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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After the war, what does Moran give to McQuaid?
(a) Advice.
(b) A house.
(c) Livestock.
(d) Money.

2. How does Moran explain life during the war compared to his life now?
(a) Simple and clear.
(b) Exhausting and sleepless.
(c) Fast-paced and action-packed.
(d) Dangerous and crazy.

3. What word best describes Rose's mothers feelings about the marriage?
(a) Relief.
(b) Nervousness.
(c) Disapproval.
(d) Excitement.

4. Which word best expresses Moran's feelings towards how the independent Ireland turned out?
(a) Nostalgic.
(b) Ashamed.
(c) Bitter.
(d) Elated.

5. While Moran is quite mean with money; what word best describes how Rose is with money?
(a) Generous.
(b) Oblivious.
(c) Flippant.
(d) Stingy.

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

7. How does Rose feel about the idea of a revival of Monaghan Day?
(a) She is anxious.
(b) She is doubtful.
(c) She is apathetic.
(d) She is excited.

8. The last true observance of Monaghan Day also marks the end of a relationship between which two characters?
(a) McQuaid and Maggie.
(b) Moran and Rose.
(c) Moran and McQuaid.
(d) Moran and Maggie.

9. Moran fought for the IRA in the war. What does IRA stand for?
(a) International Republican Army.
(b) Irish Republican Army.
(c) Irish Rebel Alliance.
(d) International Rebel Alliance.

10. What kind of car does McQuaid drive?
(a) Aston Martin.
(b) Mercedes.
(c) BMW.
(d) Volvo.

11. Who, in particular, thinks Rose is making a mistake by entertaining Moran?
(a) Rose's mother.
(b) McQuaid.
(c) Moran's daughters.
(d) Moran's son, Luke.

12. How many daughter's does Moran have?
(a) 1.
(b) 4.
(c) 3.
(d) 2.

13. 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.

14. Which character enrages Moran by accidentally dropping a plate?
(a) Sheila.
(b) Mona.
(c) McQuaid.
(d) Maggie.

15. What term is used to describe the rumors floating around about Moran?
(a) "Eloborate tales".
(b) "Hushed secrets".
(c) "False assumptions".
(d) "Dark mutterings".

Short Answer Questions

1. What does McQuaid chastise Moran for NOT doing after the war?

2. The once strong Moran is now dealing with the irony of what?

3. What is the reason Rose returns to Ireland?

4. Who helps Rose sneak something into the wardrobe?

5. What is Rose's last name?

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