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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book Two: Chapter 3, where do William and his sister sit and talk?
(a) In William's house.
(b) In a park.
(c) On the steps of the library.
(d) Inside the library.

2. In Book Two: Chapter 2, how does Lucy react to her mother's belief about women who could not have babies?
(a) She agrees with her mother.
(b) She does not understand her mother's point of view.
(c) She is horrified by the belief.
(d) She believes it was true.

3. In Book Two: Chapter 3, what does Bob express missing during his conversation with Lucy?
(a) The convenience of reading news online.
(b) The experience of buying physical newspapers.
(c) The joy of sitting in silence with a friend.
(d) The opportunity to attend lectures at Columbia University.

4. In Book Two: Chapter 3, how do William and his sister recognize each other?
(a) They both have masks on.
(b) They have a mutual acquaintance.
(c) They have seen each other at the library before.
(d) They are the only two old people on the steps.

5. In Book Two: Chapter 2, how does Lucy feel about Becka getting the virus?
(a) Indifferent.
(b) Worried about her marriage.
(c) Angry.
(d) Relieved.

6. In Book Two: Chapter 5, what does William get excited about?
(a) Bird watching.
(b) Building a retirement home.
(c) Climate change.
(d) Potato parasites.

7. In Book Two: Chapter 4, what do Charlene and Lucy talk about during their walk?
(a) Their plans for the weekend.
(b) Their fears of losing their minds.
(c) Their dreams.
(d) Their favorite books.

8. In Book Two: Chapter 2, why did Vicky not tell Lucy about joining the church earlier?
(a) She does not think it is important.
(b) She forgets to mention it.
(c) She is afraid of Lucy's response.
(d) She does not trust Lucy.

9. In Book Two: Chapter 3, why does Lucy mention a lecture they attended at Columbia University?
(a) To share their knowledge about the history of revolutions.
(b) To emphasize the importance of reading newspapers.
(c) To highlight the impact of the internet on society.
(d) To explain their sister's preference for getting news online.

10. In Book Two: Chapter 3, what method do William and Lucy use to unclog the bathtub drain?
(a) Using a comb.
(b) Calling a plumber.
(c) Using baking soda and vinegar.
(d) Pouring bleach down the drain.

11. In Book Two: Chapter 2, what did Lucy's mother believe about women who could not have babies?
(a) They will make good adoptive mothers.
(b) It is a sign of bad luck.
(c) They are not fit to be mothers.
(d) There is a medical reason behind it.

12. In Book Two: Chapter 2, how does Lucy respond when her sister tells her about joining a church?
(a) Surprised but accepting.
(b) Indifferent.
(c) Supportive and understanding.
(d) Mocking and sarcastic.

13. In Book Two: Chapter 4, how does Lucy feel when she puts her nightgown back on?
(a) Excited.
(b) Angry.
(c) Annoyed.
(d) Shy.

14. In Book Two: Chapter 4, what does Lucy's friend say about having an affair with an impotent man?
(a) It ruined the relationship.
(b) It made no difference.
(c) It is disappointing.
(d) It is frustrating.

15. In Book Two: Chapter 4, how does Lucy feel after crying?
(a) Embarrassed.
(b) Relieved.
(c) Confused.
(d) Angry.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book Two: Chapter 2, what is the woman's fear when she got lost in Alabama?

2. In Book Two: Chapter 1, what does Lucy recall about an incident involving a young Black man named Abner Louima?

3. In Book Two: Chapter 1, what is the name of the Black man who dies as a result of police brutality?

4. In Book Two: Chapter 4, what does William suggest to Lucy?

5. In Book Two: Chapter 5, where do William and Lucy go with their daughters?

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