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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the other child that is frequently mentioned in this story?
(a) Julie.
(b) Anna.
(c) Mildred.
(d) Katie.

2. What kind of job has John been doing which takes him away from his family more often than he might like?
(a) Consulting.
(b) News reporter.
(c) Doctor.
(d) Merchant sailor.

3. How old was the girl that pulled out of daycare at the last minute, one of many happy coincidences for the Becks?
(a) 2 years.
(b) 4 years.
(c) 6 months.
(d) 18 months.

4. What did Martha find herself doing with John when she was on her own and not eating?
(a) Walking.
(b) Reading.
(c) Singing.
(d) Making love.

5. How many times did the rental car spin in before it finally landed in a ditch and no one was hurt?
(a) Five.
(b) Three.
(c) Four.
(d) Ten.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Martha go shopping for clothing that is heavier and less form fitting?

2. What had just started when Martha realizes that she has intense pregnancy symptoms?

3. Where did the Beck family go the summer before they returned to their home on the East Coast?

4. How many children do Martha and John have besides Adam?

5. What causes John to swerve when he is driving back from a vacation with the family?

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