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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 40 - 46.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Vardaman describe Jewel's eyes as looking like when he stands off with is father in Chapter 24: "Vardaman"?
(a) Icicles.
(b) Marbles.
(c) Dragon eyes.
(d) Pool balls.

2. What word from Chapter 12: "Darl" means to wail in grief?
(a) Gesticulate.
(b) Keel.
(c) Articulate.
(d) Keen.

3. What animals does Vardaman attack in Chapter 13: "Vardaman"?
(a) Wolves.
(b) Chickens.
(c) Horses.
(d) Dogs.

4. Why does Peabody hope for Addie's impending death in Chapter 11: "Peabody"?
(a) Because he hates her.
(b) Because otherwise he will have to tell his wife about the affair.
(c) Because otherwise he will have to haul her back to town.
(d) Because otherwise he will be expected to marry her.

5. What does Dewey Dell say she is going to do while Anse and Cash eat in Chapter 14: "Dewey Dell"?
(a) To go shopping.
(b) To milk the cow.
(c) To call her cousin.
(d) To start up the car.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Armstid say has three to four horses in Chapter 43: “Armstid”?

2. Who begins to fall behind when carrying the casket in Chapter 23: "Darl"?

3. Which of Addie's children was born as a result of an affair she had?

4. Who does Armstid say had told him that the levee through Haley bottom had done gone for two miles in Chapter 43: “Armstid”?

5. Where does Vardaman describe not being able to breathe in Chapter 15: Vardaman"?

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