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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 9: The Family Tree, Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the time of James's bootlegging career, how long had the coal miners been on strike?
(a) Four years.
(b) Three years.
(c) Six years.
(d) Five years.

2. What religion does Materia follow?
(a) Buddhism.
(b) Materia is not religious.
(c) Catholicism.
(d) Presbyterianism.

3. What does Mercedes do in the hopes of repairing her family's name in the community?
(a) Volunteer at the local hospital.
(b) Nothing. Mercedes doesn't care about her family's reputation.
(c) Write a formal letter of apology in the newspaper.
(d) Bake cookies for the bake sale.

4. Why does Mercedes turn down her university scholarship?
(a) Because she wants to get married immediately.
(b) Because she is afraid of failing at University.
(c) Because her father refuses to let her go.
(d) Because she doesn't want to leave Lily.

5. At which famous New York building did Herr Blutwurst arrange for Kathleen to have an audition?
(a) At the Grand Symphonic Orchestra.
(b) At the Olympia Theatre.
(c) At the Metropolitan Opera.
(d) At the Church of the Messiah.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Materia's reaction to Kathleen's death?

2. Which of Frances's relatives has a crush on her and hopes to marry her someday?

3. During his deployment, how long will James be away from his family?

4. Which of the following items is NOT described in detail in the opening passages of the prologue?

5. How does the crowd react to Kathleen during her first recital performance?

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