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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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.

2. Who is William?
(a) Mrs. Todd's brother-in-law.
(b) Mrs. Blackett's brother-in-law.
(c) Mrs. Todd's brother.
(d) Mrs. Blackett's brother.

3. What topic leads to the narrator's conversation with Captain Littlepage about life after death?
(a) The importance of living life to it's fullest.
(b) Mrs. Begg's funeral.
(c) Captain Littlepage's near-death experience.
(d) The Reverend's remarks.

4. What did the Captain do while waiting in Chapter 5?
(a) Tried to reach rescuers.
(b) Looked for food.
(c) Spent time talking to other survivors.
(d) Looked for help.

5. How does Mrs. Todd react to the funeral procession?
(a) She is durable and strong enough to withstand the emotional strain.
(b) She is genuinely grief-stricken.
(c) She tries her best to comfort others.
(d) She looks to others for comfort.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Mrs. Blackett live?

2. What does Captain Littlepage say about the townspeople?

3. Which event does the author describe to help illustrate the community's sense of compassion in Chapter 4?

4. Who is Nathan?

5. Who is Mrs. Blackett?

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