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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Leopolda claims Marie has received the stigmata because:
(a) Leopolda has forgiven Marie.
(b) Leopolda has to cover up the fact that she stabbed Marie.
(c) Leopolda wants to gain attention by claiming the stigmata.
(d) Leopolda believes Marie has humility of spirit.

2. To what does Nector compares Marie?
(a) A little girl.
(b) A wounded goose caught in his traps.
(c) A tree that doubles back and whips singing.
(d) A horse-thieving drunk.

3. Marie laughs at Nector when he accuses her of stealing the pillowcase because:
(a) The nuns have frequently accused Marie of theft.
(b) Marie plans to return to the convent.
(c) Marie has stolen many things, but not a pillowcase.
(d) The pillowcase is used as a bandage for a wound a nun inflicted.

4. Gerry is the son who is most like Lulu because:
(a) He teaches the others to follow Lulu.
(b) He cares for the other boys like his own sons.
(c) He has black eyes and is frequently in trouble.
(d) He laughs easily and is a born leader.

5. Beverly rationalizes his tryst with Lulu after Henry's funeral as:
(a) The result of their long-buried passion for one another.
(b) The result of Lulu's desire to have one last child.
(c) The result of Lulu's effect on men.
(d) The result of two people getting over the grief of loss.

Short Answer Questions

1. Leopolda's words "Help me, Marie" before they take the loaves from the oven imply:

2. Albertine's mother does not tell her about June's death because:

3. Marie will not pray because:

4. Sister Leopolda's actions characterize her as:

5. When Marie does not cry out at the pain caused by her wounds or by Nector's restraint, what does this suggest?

(see the answer key)

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