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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. After what event does Moran have trouble adjusting?
(a) His house burning down.
(b) The war.
(c) His kids moving away.
(d) The loss of his first wife.

2. How does the Moran family react to Rose?
(a) They reject her.
(b) They think she is after Moran's money.
(c) They think she is not trust-worthy.
(d) They accept her.

3. What do Rose and her sister sneak into the house?
(a) A musket from the war.
(b) A Franciscan robe.
(c) An ancient set of tea cups.
(d) A German shepherd.

4. Which character heads to bed early by pretending to be sick?
(a) Sheila.
(b) Moran.
(c) Maggie.
(d) Mona.

5. McQuaid is quite successful despite his lack of what?
(a) Family support.
(b) Business sense.
(c) Education.
(d) Money.

Short Answer Questions

1. How are the daughters reacting to Moran's possible death?

2. What seems to be foreshadowed about Moran's health in the first few paragraphs of the book?

3. What does Moran realize about Rose once McQuaid leaves Great Meadows?

4. What ritual does Moran do every night before bed?

5. What is the main topic of conversation between Moran and McQuaid?

(see the answer key)

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