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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the helpful strange offer to Martha, which was exactly what she had been craving?
(a) Movies.
(b) Groceries.
(c) A babysitter.
(d) A new book.

2. What does Martha have to arrange when John is going to be out of town for a few weeks?
(a) The move to a new house.
(b) Her doctor appointments.
(c) Extra lesson plans.
(d) Childcare.

3. What does Deirdre say that she found when she was helped by someone else during her tough time?
(a) Will to live.
(b) Her power.
(c) Her courage.
(d) A new start.

4. Where does Martha go shopping for clothing that is heavier and less form fitting?
(a) Chicago.
(b) Providence.
(c) New Hampshire.
(d) Boston.

5. At what age was Adam unable to speak, as told in the story at the start of the book?
(a) One.
(b) Two.
(c) Three.
(d) Four.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does Sibyl stay with Martha in order to make sure that she is okay?

2. What kind of person was Martha interviewing for her dissertation, a person who gave her insight into her son?

3. What kind of job has John been doing which takes him away from his family more often than he might like?

4. Where does John have to fly to every few weeks for his job in order to support the family?

5. Martha considers herself to be a _________, which is why she hasn't told anyone about her pregnancy.

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