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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. The once strong Moran is now dealing with the irony of what?
(a) Becoming poor while his wife becomes rich.
(b) Falling in love and needing to be sensitive.
(c) Fighting with family instead of enemies of war.
(d) Growing weak while his family gets stronger.

2. What does Moran shoot with his shotgun?
(a) A window.
(b) A bird.
(c) A can.
(d) A dog.

3. What does Moran praise McQuaid for?
(a) His dapper attire.
(b) His savvy business sense.
(c) His keen memory.
(d) His fancy car.

4. How are the daughters reacting to Moran's possible death?
(a) Excited.
(b) Uncaring.
(c) Panicking.
(d) Nervous.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does McQuaid find overbearing about Moran's personality?

2. Who helps Rose sneak something into the wardrobe?

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

4. Which word best describes how Moran feels about half of his children moving away?

5. Which two characters prepare the house for the big celebration?

(see the answer key)

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