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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Marie pours syrup on her hand while thinking of Leopolda, the scene reminds the reader of what?
(a) Marie's carelessness.
(b) The wounds of Jesus Christ.
(c) Marie's self-hatred.
(d) The wound Leopolda inflicted on Marie.

2. Gordie sees another example of the universe's contempt for him when:
(a) He can not find the key to open the trunk of his car.
(b) He hits a deer who has a new fawn.
(c) He begins shaking.
(d) He is almost hit by an oncoming car.

3. What does the description of the woods as shadowy and cold foreshadow?
(a) The upcoming fight with Zelda.
(b) The discovery that Nector has left her.
(c) Marie's giving up on herself.
(d) The death of Leopolda.

4. Marie finally confronts Rushes Bear because:
(a) She can no longer take the additional load caring for the abusive woman.
(b) Rushes Bear continues accusing Marie of ruining her son.
(c) Rushes Bear has pinched the children and pulled their hair.
(d) She wants Nector to return home, and Rushes Bear will not let him.

5. Rushes Bear disowns Nector after the birth of his child because:
(a) He is not home for the birth of his youngest child.
(b) He has behaved selfishly and shamefully.
(c) He has refused to pay for the medicine woman.
(d) He calls Marie a name.

Short Answer Questions

1. Sister Mary hears Gordie's confession because:

2. Marie struggles with Zelda's growing up because:

3. Rushes Bear admits she has come to stay with Marie because:

4. Sister Mary could be described as:

5. Eli's behavior toward Gordie suggests:

(see the answer key)

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