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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15-19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The vast majority of the men in the convoy want to take what action in regard to the massacre?
(a) They want to take no action at all.
(b) They want to take a detour around the scene.
(c) They want to provide medical aid.
(d) They want to steal whatever is left.

2. While most of the travelers in the caravan look at Håkan with "mute curiosity," (108) a few of them snicker at what aspect of his appearance?
(a) His outfit.
(b) His size.
(c) His youth.
(d) His filth.

3. Helen is murdered in what way after being raped?
(a) She is smothered.
(b) She is strangled.
(c) She is drowned.
(d) She has her throat cut.

4. In what season had Håkan and Linus departed from Europe together?
(a) Fall.
(b) Spring.
(c) Summer.
(d) Winter.

5. What is the main emotion Håkan feels toward his brother Linus prior to their separation?
(a) Anger.
(b) Adoration.
(c) Trust.
(d) Suspicion.

Short Answer Questions

1. Jarvis is particularly interested in which aspect of Håkan's past?

2. What type of weather does the narrator state happens sometimes and is "always a miracle" (105)?

3. Håkan decides that the likeness of himself must have what explanation?

4. Jarvis proudly shows Håkan his pistol that shoots how many bullets without a reload?

5. What two items does Håkan want to buy when he enters a store in the town?

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