1. What does Bono answer in reply to Cory's question about why they need a fence?
(a) He says that Rose wants to protect them because she loves them.
(b) He says that Rose is tired of people cutting through her yard.
(c) He says that Rose wants to put up a barrier between them and the neighbors.
(d) He says that Rose's garden is important to her.

2. When Troy complains about Cory, what does Rose ask Troy?
(a) Rose asks Troy why he doesn't speak to Cory about the boy's behavior.
(b) Rose asks Troy why he's so cranky about everything.
(c) Rose asks Troy if he'll mow the lawn instead of Cory.
(d) Rose asks Troy if he wants a beer.

3. What is Troy's response to Rose's argument that times have changed?
(a) He says she should argue that point with their son.
(b) He takes a long drink of beer.
(c) He agrees with her.
(d) He tells her that times might have changed but not for women.

4. What does Troy say about a boy who lies to his father?
(a) He says it's time for that boy to get out.
(b) He says it's the father's fault.
(c) He says it means trouble for the whole family.
(d) He says it's time for more severe punishment.

5. After Gabriel leaves, what does Rose tell Troy she's heard about Gabriel?
(a) That he's not eating right at the boarding house.
(b) That he beat up a woman.
(c) That he's been playing the lottery.
(d) That he's begun acting crazy at church.

Short Answer Questions

1. Troy says that he made a hit when he met Rose, got to first base with Cory, and that Alberta makes him feel so good he could __________ (fill in the blank).

2. What does Rose say Cory wants to hear from Troy?

3. After Troy has confessed to the affair, what does Rose say she realizes about him?

4. What does Troy say about the fact that Lyons wants to be a musician?

5. While Rose is grappling with the news of Troy's affair, what does Gabriel give Rose?

(see the answer key)

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