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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 "Greenleaf" why does Mrs. May freeze when she sees the bull coming across the pasture?
(a) She is in disbelief.
(b) She is waiting for it to charge her.
(c) She is shocked that Mr. Greenleaf is not behind it.
(d) She is frightened.

2. In the story "Judgment Day," what does Tanner recite as he attempts to leave his daughter's apartment for good?
(a) The contents of the letter pinned in his pocket
(b) The Lord's Prayer
(c) It's Judgement Day!
(d) Hail Marys

3. In the story "A View of the Woods," what does Fortune attempt to buy for Mary Fortune to appease her?
(a) A cow pasture
(b) A boat
(c) A piece of candy
(d) A country store

4. In the story "Judgment Day," why does Tanner not write his true feelings about NYC in his postcard to Coleman and Hooten ?
(a) He plans on surprising his friends with a visit.
(b) His daughter has to mail the card and he does not want her to know.
(c) He does not want to hurt his daughter's feelings.
(d) He does not want his friends to know how unhappy he is.

5. In the story "The Comforts of Home," what does Star wear when she enters Thomas' room late one night?
(a) A robe
(b) A short dress
(c) A nightgown
(d) Nothing

Short Answer Questions

1. In the story "Parker's Back," why does Sarah Ruth throw Parker out of the house?

2. In "The Lame Shall Enter First," why does Sheppard invite Rufus to live with he and Norton?

3. In the story "The Enduring Chill," where does Asbury's friend Goetz take him to help him deal with death?

4. In the story "Everything That Rises Must Converge," how does Julian's mother characterize all children?

5. In the story "Parker's Back," what condition does Sarah Ruth set for telling Parker her name?

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