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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 38 | Chapter 39 | Chapter 40 | Chapter 41.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What part of her body does Dot break, preventing her from leaving the house to collect news?
(a) Her neck.
(b) Her ribs.
(c) Her toe.
(d) Her arm.

2. What type of business did Ninny's father own when Ninny was a child?
(a) An automobile dealership.
(b) A movie theater.
(c) A camp ground.
(d) A general store.

3. Which of the following bills are particularly high for residents in Whistle Stop during the early 1930's?
(a) Water bills.
(b) Heating bills.
(c) Electricity bills.
(d) Rent.

4. Which of the following famous Bible stories does Bertha focus on at her weekly Bible study?
(a) The story of creation.
(b) The story of the crucifixion.
(c) The story of Jonah and the whale.
(d) The story of Noah's ark.

5. Which of the following accidents was Wilbur, Dot's husband, NOT a part of?
(a) Wilbur was swept up into a tornado as it passed through town.
(b) Wilbur destroyed his car windsheild during a hail storm.
(c) Wilbur fell into an icy ditch while walking his dogs.
(d) Wilbur was struck by lightning while fishing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following statements is NOT a piece of advice Ninny gives to Evelyn while she is depressed?

2. What is the name of the nursing home where Ninny lives?

3. In Dot's article about Buddy Jr.'s accident, which of the following injuries is NOT mentioned in her run-down about the dangers of trains?

4. How old was Bessie Vick when she died?

5. Which part of Buddy Jr.'s body is severed off when he is hit by the train?

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