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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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 tied behind his back.
(c) They are pressed against the wall.
(d) They are given whacks with the pandybat.

2. What distracting sight does Stephen come upon while he wades in the water?
(a) a porpoise leaping in the salty water
(b) a beautiful girl standing in the water gazing out to sea
(c) a passing ship headed for new adventures
(d) a long legged crane perched on one leg

3. After the confession, how does Stephen feel?
(a) afraid he will die before receiving holy communion
(b) euphoric and filled with grace
(c) glad that it is over but feeling the same
(d) happy to tell everyone his joy

4. How old is Stephen when he goes to confess his terrible sin?
(a) about 19
(b) only 16
(c) just 14
(d) already 21

5. What results when Stephen is bullied again?
(a) He gets a bloody nose.
(b) He runs away from Clongowes.
(c) His glasses break.
(d) He fights back.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the first occasion for Stephen to return home from school?

2. Who from the Bible are contrasted by the preacher?

3. What does Stephen keep pasted inside his desk?

4. What gives Stephen a second clue that all is not well financially with the family?

5. What is it about his mother that really bothers Stephen when the subject of the university comes up?

(see the answer key)

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