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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long does Dewey Dell say it took for Addie to die in Chapter 14: "Dewey Dell"?
(a) Three days.
(b) Five days.
(c) Two days.
(d) Ten days.

2. Who repeatedly spits into the dust in Chapter 5: "Darl"?
(a) Samson.
(b) Anse.
(c) Darl.
(d) Tull.

3. How much money do Darl and Jewel hope to earn by going to a job in Chapter 5?
(a) $5.
(b) $50.
(c) $10.
(d) $3.

4. What is notable about Dewey Dell's narrative style in Chapter 7: "Dewey Dell"?
(a) She uses a second-person perspective.
(b) She speaks in the future-tense.
(c) She uses improper English.
(d) She uses eloquent English.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Cora describe interrupting Darl as he stared at his dying mother in Chapter 6: "Cora"?

2. Whose wagon stands beside the spring in Chapter 1: "Darl"?

3. How long does Peabody say it's been since Anse was in town in Chapter 11: "Peabody"?

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

5. What does Dewey Dell say she is going to do while Anse and Cash eat in Chapter 14: "Dewey Dell"?

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