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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11 - 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To whom does Pa say "You got no affection nor gentleness for [Addie]" (18) in Chapter 5?
(a) Darl.
(b) Jewel.
(c) Vernon.
(d) Sam.

2. Who advised Cora to get a good breed of chickens in Chapter 2: "Cora"?
(a) Mrs. Anderson.
(b) Mrs. Bundren.
(c) Mrs. Paul.
(d) Mrs. Lawington.

3. What environmental change does Anse blame for Addie's illness in Chapter 9: "Anse"?
(a) The chopping down of the forest.
(b) The building of a hospital.
(c) The installment of a condominium.
(d) The building of a road.

4. Where is Cora from?
(a) Georgia.
(b) Tennessee.
(c) Alabama.
(d) Arkansas.

5. What does Cora say she baked yesterday in Chapter 2: "Cora"?
(a) Potatoes.
(b) Sweet potatoes.
(c) Pies.
(d) Cakes.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Darl insinuate that Dewey Dell wants Addie to die in Chapter 10: "Darl"?

2. What is notable about Dewey Dell's narrative style in Chapter 7: "Dewey Dell"?

3. Why does Peabody hope for Addie's impending death in Chapter 11: "Peabody"?

4. What caused Pa to be laid up sick, according to Jewel in Chapter 4: "Jewel"?

5. Who is sitting with Pa on the back porch in Chapter 3: "Darl"?

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