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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5, 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the narrator come to visit Maine?
(a) To write about the area.
(b) To work on a writing project.
(c) To visit friends.
(d) For a long vacation.

2. How does the narrator react to the funeral procession?
(a) She thinks perhaps she should have joined the procession.
(b) She is irritated by the distraction from her writing.
(c) She realizes that life is short and decides to live life to its fullest.
(d) She feels sorry for the family members.

3. What does Captain Littlepage say about the townspeople?
(a) They are good people.
(b) They think they know everything.
(c) They lead simple lives.
(d) They have been good friends.

4. What does the Captain assert during the beginning of his conversation with the narrator in Chapter 5?
(a) That everyone can find out before death if they want to.
(b) That no one can know the answer.
(c) That only good people will enjoy life after death.
(d) That there must certainly be life after death.

5. Where does the narrator first stay during her visit?
(a) With Mrs. Begg.
(b) In a small, family-run hotel.
(c) In the schoolhouse.
(d) With Mrs. Todd.

Short Answer Questions

1. Besides her herbal remedies, what else is Mrs. Todd known for in Dunnet Landing?

2. What connection does Mrs. Todd see between the tansy in the schoolyard and people?

3. Who does the narrator say comes and goes past the schoolhouse window?

4. How is Captain Littlepage dressed?

5. What was the cause of the Captain's experience?

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