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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why can't Florence go home after treating Laura's children?
(a) It is dark.
(b) The bridge is washed out.
(c) The town is too far away.
(d) It is contagious.

2. Why did Henry buy something after his brother-in-law died?
(a) To get away from his family.
(b) To support his niece.
(c) To advance his career.
(d) To be close to his sister.

3. Who calls Ronsel's unit to fight?
(a) Roosevelt.
(b) MacBride.
(c) Patton.
(d) Ike.

4. How much older than Jamie is Henry?
(a) 15 years.
(b) 2 years.
(c) 5 years.
(d) 20 years.

5. How is the coffin described at the beginning of the book?
(a) Dark.
(b) Smooth.
(c) Crude.
(d) Creepy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Henry leave town while courting Laura?

2. Why did Henry's father sell his farm?

3. Why does Florence dislike Pappy?

4. How long did Laura have bliss in her marriage?

5. What is Henry's occupation?

(see the answer key)

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