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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 12 (pages 185-201).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What city does Lila say she was unable to find work in?
(a) St. Louis.
(b) Des Moines.
(c) Davenport.
(d) Chicago.

2. What are the fears that John has about Jack Boughton?
(a) That he will cause his father's early death.
(b) That he will do harm to his son and wife.
(c) That he has desires for Lila.
(d) That he will hurt his father, Boughton.

3. According to John, why is a lawn sprinkler a magnificent invention?
(a) It gives little boys something to play in.
(b) It is a resource-saving device.
(c) It waters the grass when it does not rain.
(d) It exposes raindrops to sunshine.

4. How many children does Boughton have?
(a) Four.
(b) Eight.
(c) Two.
(d) Five.

5. What does Jack call John's wife?
(a) Mrs. Ames.
(b) Madam.
(c) Honey.
(d) Lila.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Boughton tell John about the trumpet vines covering his house?

2. John states that a famous theologian said, "Each of us is an actor on stage and God is the audience." Who was the theologian?

3. What is Tobias's father's name?

4. What does John state is one of the best traits of good people?

5. After Jack brings John and his family a sack of gourds, what does Lila give Jack in return?

(see the answer key)

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