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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2 (pages 8-22).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is growing frail so hard for Moran?
(a) He is used to being in control.
(b) He is not growing frail at all.
(c) He can no longer work on the farm.
(d) He wants to re-enlist in the IRA.

2. How does Moran know McQuaid?
(a) He is an old army buddy.
(b) He is a long lost brother.
(c) He is an old boss.
(d) The two don't know each other.

3. What does Moran realize about Rose once McQuaid leaves Great Meadows?
(a) Rose is just a good friend.
(b) Moran can't stand Rose.
(c) Moran will marry Rose.
(d) Rose is in love with McQuaid.

4. Moran has a hatred and fear of what two things?
(a) Poverty and illness.
(b) Thunder and lighting.
(c) Emotions and trust.
(d) Rodents and birds.

5. How does Moran feel about the idea of marrying Rose?
(a) Moran is nervous about what his daughters will think.
(b) Moran isn't planning on marrying Rose.
(c) Moran resents the idea.
(d) Moran can't wait to marry Rose.

Short Answer Questions

1. McQuaid arrives to Great Meadow in the evening because he was doing what?

2. Which word best expresses Moran's feelings towards how the independent Ireland turned out?

3. What word best explains how Moran is acting in regards to his own possible death?

4. Which character heads to bed early by pretending to be sick?

5. What is Rose's last name?

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