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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 5 (pages 72-85).

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where does Boughton's son come from before visiting his home?
(a) Boise.
(b) Des Moines.
(c) St. Louis.
(d) Cincinnati.

3. What letter does Boughton think should be excluded from the alphabet?
(a) M.
(b) R.
(c) L.
(d) O.

4. Why does John Ames tell his son that he might be gone sometime?
(a) Because he needs to make a trip.
(b) Because he is old.
(c) Because he's tired of living in their home.
(d) Because he has to go out of town on business.

5. What is the name of the Ames family cat?
(a) Soapy.
(b) Mister.
(c) Kitty.
(d) Bubbles.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was the only time that John did not live in Gilead?

2. John's grandfather walked out of his father's church during a sermon. Where did the grandfather go?

3. How old is John's son?

4. What does John say was the most thrilling thing that ever happened in his life?

5. What do John and Boughton see from the porch after spending an evening going over their texts?

(see the answer key)

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