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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Almeda portrayed in the story?
(a) A sickly girl.
(b) A vivacious young woman.
(c) A dour spinster.
(d) A blushing bride.

2. What would Almeda like to receive from Jarvis?
(a) Funding for the new library.
(b) His vote for city council member.
(c) Some romantic attentions.
(d) Some stock advice.

3. What is the name of the local newspaper in town?
(a) Times.
(b) Observer.
(c) Vidette.
(d) Vigilante.

4. Who does Almeda seek out for help with the woman?
(a) Her next door neighbor.
(b) Her minister.
(c) Jarvis.
(d) The police.

5. When does Almeda think the swamp is the loveliest?
(a) Midnight.
(b) Late afternoon.
(c) High noon.
(d) The morning.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Almeda's vulnerability signify to Jarvis?

2. In addition to the woman's primitive presence, what else sickens Almeda this morning?

3. In what year do the events of Section 2 occur?

4. Who is the protagonist of the story?

5. Section 3 introduces which character?

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