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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As the novel opens, the narrator describes a train trip from __________________ to Port Warwick.
(a) Charleston.
(b) Atlanta.
(c) Savannah.
(d) Richmond.

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

3. Who is the funeral director's assistant?
(a) Billings.
(b) Buddy.
(c) Bowman.
(d) Barclay.

4. Who is Milton Loftis' older daughter?
(a) Mabel.
(b) Maude.
(c) Marissa.
(d) Maryann.

5. What does Helen recall in this chapter?
(a) Peyton's college days.
(b) Peyton's bad marriage.
(c) Peyton's days as a youngster.
(d) Peyton's wedding day.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Milton recall about Dolly?

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

3. Whose body arrives at the train station?

4. Who was Milton's favorite child?

5. What was one of the reasons Helen thought Milton would destroy their family?

(see the answer key)

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