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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On whom did Milton continually lavish attention?
(a) Peyton.
(b) Helen.
(c) Maudie.
(d) Ellea.

2. Why did Helen think Milton invited the Bonners to their home so often?
(a) He wanted Mr. Bonner's business.
(b) He was desperate for some laughter in the house.
(c) He wanted to irritate Helen.
(d) He was attracted to Dolly.

3. What does Milton recall about Dolly?
(a) How beautiful she used to be.
(b) Why he once loved her.
(c) Her heart surgery.
(d) Their college days.

4. What does Mr. Casper do to the hearse at the beginning of Chapter 2?
(a) He takes it to a mechanic.
(b) He trades it in.
(c) He sells it.
(d) He gets it running.

5. Where are Milton, Dolly and Ella going in a limousine?
(a) An anniversary party.
(b) A funeral.
(c) The train station.
(d) A wedding.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what month does the body arrive at the train station?

2. Who is the funeral director?

3. Whose words are italicized in the book?

4. What type of relationship did Milton have with his father?

5. What item is mentioned in the letter to Milton?

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