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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Stephen do about new words he hears the adults use?
(a) figures out their meanings
(b) tries to use them in his own conversation
(c) makes a list but does not spell them correctly
(d) interrupts conversation to ask their meanings

2. What goes through Stephen's mind about the beautiful girl at the party?
(a) How much she looks like Mercedes.
(b) How he could easily catch hold of her and kiss her.
(c) How he would like to kick her.
(d) How she is too old for him.

3. How do the boys see Stephen after he talks with the rector?
(a) as an enemy
(b) as a hero
(c) as a sneak
(d) as a tattle tale

4. What happens when summer vacation is over for Stephen?
(a) Stephen's family moves again.
(b) Stephen does not return to Clongowes.
(c) Stephen works out on the track with Mike.
(d) Stephen finds a steady job.

5. What happens to Stephen's hands when Father Dolan does not believe his glasses broke by accident?
(a) They are placed in hot water.
(b) They are given whacks with the pandybat.
(c) They are tied behind his back.
(d) They are pressed against the wall.

Short Answer Questions

1. After what does Stephen model his poem titles in his notebook?

2. What makes Stephen angry with himself?

3. What does Mr. Casey say he did to a woman who was speaking ill of Parnell?

4. What does Heron claim Lord Byron to be?

5. Who does Stephen fantasize about marrying when he grows up?

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