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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Wednesday, pgs.. 407-439.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What announcement does Peter make regarding his immediate future?
(a) He does not intend to finish his last semester of teaching.
(b) He will move to Vancouver.
(c) He will sign the divorce papers.
(d) He will reconcile with Charlotte.

2. What is the content of the list that Miss Beryl vows to create?
(a) Things Clive Jr. wants her to do.
(b) Things to get at the grocery.
(c) Things to donate to Goodwill.
(d) Things to buy for Christmas.

3. Who keeps phoning the Motts' home to try to reach Peter?
(a) Janey.
(b) Charlotte.
(c) Marcia.
(d) Deidre.

4. Who is Ruth's husband?
(a) Zack.
(b) Marv.
(c) Eddie.
(d) Jerry.

5. What is Rub's reaction to Sully's directive in #136?
(a) He gets the food and hurries back.
(b) He takes chocolates to his wife.
(c) He throws a can of beer through a window and leaves.
(d) He has to hitch a ride home.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the imminent holiday as the novel opens?

2. Why does Ruth stop in to see Miss Beryl?

3. Who is Sully?

4. Who is Peter's mistress?

5. How does Miss Beryl supplement her income?

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