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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Uncle Jack die?
(a) On the eve of La Lughansa the month he returned.
(b) Within a month of his homecoming.
(c) On the eve of La Lughansa the year after his return.
(d) On the evening of his return home.

2. Why does Michael say the characters dance with their eyes half closed?
(a) To open their eyes would break the spell.
(b) The music bores them.
(c) Closing their eyes helps them to listen better.
(d) The music makes them sleepy.

3. What gift does Danny Bradley give Rose for Christmas?
(a) A silver rose.
(b) A live rose.
(c) A live fish.
(d) A silver fish.

4. How old is Michael when this story takes place?
(a) Seven.
(b) Ten.
(c) Four.
(d) Thirteen.

5. Why does Rose laugh at Agnes while they are picking berries?
(a) Agnes falls into the bushes.
(b) Agnes tells her a joke.
(c) Agnes gets wet in the stream.
(d) Agnes makes faces at her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Bernie O'Donnell?

2. Why does Michael leave the family home when he is old enough?

3. What does Maggie think Michael should do instead of write?

4. Why doesn't Gerry Evans bring Michael a bicycle?

5. What does Chris think is wrong with the radio?

(see the answer key)

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