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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapters 30 and 31 and Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 23, what does Andy say he used to sow randomly in his parents' back yard?
(a) Crocus bulbs.
(b) Daffodil bulbs.
(c) Iris bulbs.
(d) Tulip bulbs.

2. What does Dag give Claire a jar of as a gift?
(a) Trinitite.
(b) Cow hearts.
(c) Jam.
(d) Hair pomade.

3. What is Mr Takamichi's most valuable possession?
(a) A first edition of his favorite comic book.
(b) An old t-shirt.
(c) A love letter from his first love.
(d) A photo of Marilyn Monroe.

4. At the end of Chapter 30, what is Andy unsure he said to the group that hugged him?
(a) You're welcome.
(b) Thank you.
(c) I'm sorry.
(d) Please.

5. In Chapter 23 when Andy wakes up in the early morning and sees his friends asleep around him, how does he feel?
(a) Single.
(b) Depressed and lonely.
(c) Protected by their presence.
(d) So happy he could die.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is the mood of the abandoned suburb where the friends go to for a picnic described?

2. What industry does Dag work in before moving to Palm Springs?

3. Who does Claire say radiation has even more endurance than?

4. Why does Andy feel it was a mistake for him to come home for Christmas?

5. As Andy recalls in Chapter 4, after Dag won their bet, what did he do with the money?

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