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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. Which two characters prepare the house for the big celebration?
(a) Sheila and Mona.
(b) Moran and McQuaid.
(c) Maggie and Rose.
(d) Mona and Maggie.

2. Despite having less money and worldly possessions; what makes Moran feel superior to McQuaid?
(a) Moran's devotion to his family.
(b) Moran feels that McQuaid is superior.
(c) Moran's home and farm: Great Meadow.
(d) Moran's heroics during the war.

3. How does Moran feel about Monaghan Days of past?
(a) They mean the world to him.
(b) He feels they are a good excuse to party.
(c) They have no special meaning to him.
(d) He feels it is a waste of time and effort.

4. What do Moran and McQuaid talk about during Monaghan Day?
(a) Old war stories.
(b) Ireland.
(c) Their jobs.
(d) Their kids.

5. What do the girls do when Moran is finally out of ear-shot?
(a) Talk about moving out of Great Meadow.
(b) Plan his surprise birthday party.
(c) Mimick his ill-tempered actions.
(d) Begin to bake Moran's favorite dessert.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the relationship between Rose and Moran?

2. Moran fought for the IRA in the war. What does IRA stand for?

3. What business has made McQuaid so successful after the war?

4. What rumor does McQuaid bring up about Moran?

5. What do Rose and her sister sneak into the house?

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