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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11, "The Last Word".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Silence during their ride home does what between James and his father?
(a) Leaves unanswered questions.
(b) Makes them uncomfortable.
(c) Seals the bond.
(d) Causes a rift between to two.

2. Who is delighted to be a personal guest of Cardinal Spellman's and helps welcome the Pope?
(a) James Carroll.
(b) Brian Carroll.
(c) Joseph Carroll.
(d) Mary Carroll.

3. Why do countless Air Force chaplains attend in full dress?
(a) They are friends with James.
(b) James is a general's son.
(c) James is in the Air Force.
(d) They have nothing else to do.

4. What is outlined in this chapter of background history?
(a) Joe Carroll's childhood.
(b) Joe Carroll's childhood until his marriage.
(c) Joe Carroll's life up through the birth of Joe Carroll Jr.
(d) Joe Carroll's life up through the birth of James Carroll.

5. Where does Joe Carroll work to support his family?
(a) In the Chicago stockyards.
(b) For the Chicago Tribune.
(c) In a bank.
(d) In a bar.

Short Answer Questions

1. James Carroll reminisces on experiences as a young boy growing up in what city?

2. What does James believe the B-52's utility and longevity discourage?

3. Who leaves the priesthood before James?

4. How does James perceive the Carroll family's time in Germany?

5. Whose point of view does James present on the Cavett Show?

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