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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Abstracts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the story "The Comforts of Home," what hobby does Thomas' mother suggest that Star take up?
(a) Knitting
(b) Reading
(c) Music
(d) Studying history

2. In the story "Everything That Rises Must Converge," how much did Julian's mother pay for her new hat?
(a) $7.00
(b) $6.50
(c) $7.50
(d) $7.25

3. In "The Lame Shall Enter First," what is Rufus Johnson's IQ?
(a) 120
(b) 140
(c) 75
(d) 150

4. In "The Lame Shall Enter First," what does Sheppard put in the attic for Rufus to use?
(a) Encyclopedias
(b) A bed
(c) A telescope
(d) A microscope

5. In "The Lame Shall Enter First," how does Rufus initially respond to Sheppard's interest in him?
(a) He is eager to befriend Sheppard.
(b) He is resistant.
(c) He is silent.
(d) He runs away.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the story "The Comforts of Home," how does Star's lawyer characterize her?

2. In the story "Everything That Rises Must Converge," why does Julian prefer the old family mansion?

3. In the story "Revelation," what does Mrs. Turpin say distinguishes her farm's pigs from others?

4. In "The Lame Shall Enter First," why does Sheppard give Rufus a key to his home?

5. In the story "Judgment Day," why does Tanner not write his true feelings about NYC in his postcard to Coleman and Hooten ?

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