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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) The loss of his first wife.
(b) The war.
(c) His kids moving away.
(d) His house burning down.

2. What business has made McQuaid so successful after the war?
(a) Farming potatos.
(b) The cattle business.
(c) The used car business.
(d) The stock market.

3. Why does Moran constantly protest that nobody cares for him?
(a) So that McQuaid will stay longer.
(b) Because nobody actually does care about him.
(c) To secure the attention of his daughters.
(d) So that his neighbors will have pity on him.

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

5. How is Rose handling Moran's possible death?
(a) She is acting like it won't ever happen.
(b) She is frantic.
(c) She has not given it any thought.
(d) She is quietly preparing for it.

Short Answer Questions

1. When McQuaid leaves he says, "Some people can not bear to come in second", to whom is he referring?

2. What rumor does McQuaid bring up about Moran?

3. What topic threatens to sour the mood of Moran?

4. How do the girls react when McQuaid inquires about Luke?

5. What lie does McQuaid tell Moran at the end of their discussion?

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