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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3 (pages 22-45).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Rose stop going to the post office?
(a) She gives up on the idea of becoming a mail carrier.
(b) She stops receiving mail so there is no reason to go.
(c) She decides if Moran wants to see her, he will come to her.
(d) She can't leave her father alone in the house.

2. How do the children react to Rose?
(a) They take to her and integrate her into the family.
(b) They rarely visit with her.
(c) They dislike her and try to get her to leave.
(d) They are indifferent and ignore her.

3. Who does Moran speak to about the possibility of introducing another woman into the household?
(a) McQuaid.
(b) Sheila.
(c) Maggie.
(d) Mona.

4. What word best describes the language McQuaid uses around his wife?
(a) Vulgar.
(b) Untrusting.
(c) Loving.
(d) Strict.

5. Why does Rose make a habit of joining the evening mail group?
(a) To make sure her mail is not lost.
(b) To make conversation with Moran.
(c) So that she has an excuse to leave the house.
(d) So that she can learn how to be a mail carrier.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. After the war, what does Moran give to McQuaid?

4. What rumor does McQuaid bring up about Moran?

5. Who helps Rose sneak something into the wardrobe?

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