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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 48 - 63.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where do many of the women work and chat on the summer nights?
(a) Kitchens
(b) Porches
(c) Meadows
(d) Forest

2. Which of the following characters first tried the machine after Leo announced it was finished?
(a) Saul
(b) Tom
(c) Douglas
(d) Lena

3. What does Lena make sure is happening before she sends for the fire department?
(a) Saul and Leo are far from the machine
(b) The machine is burning well
(c) A hose is nearby
(d) Leo is safe

4. Which of the following terms is an antonym for the term jubilant?
(a) Disappointed
(b) Delighted
(c) Triumphant
(d) Euphoric

5. Why does Mother grow anxious when Tom returns from the store?
(a) Douglas is not home yet
(b) The Lonely One is around
(c) She believes she forgot to unplug the iron
(d) Father is not home yet

Short Answer Questions

1. In what state does this novel take place?

2. How many days does Leo spend working on the Happiness Machine?

3. What does Douglas question about his friends?

4. Where do the men and boys gather on many of the summer nights?

5. Which of the following words means about the same thing as the word distilled as it is used in the following sentence? The distilled brew will serve the family well.

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