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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 24-32.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who gives Frank a ride home from the Brandt estate after telling him that the rich always get away with their crimes?
(a) Ruth.
(b) Officer Doyle.
(c) Gus.
(d) Mr. Halderson.

2. What prompts Gus and Morris to be thrown in jail?
(a) They get into a fistfight in the bar parking lot.
(b) They rob the local liquor store.
(c) They get caught drag racing.
(d) They get caught gambling at a poker game.

3. When Karl apologizes to Nathan, for what transgression does he apologize?
(a) For not telling him about Ariel's affair with Emil.
(b) For having premarital sexual relations with Ariel.
(c) For not looking after Ariel more carefully the night of the bonfire.
(d) For not working harder to find Ariel's murderer.

4. What reason does Julie give for saying Emil's suicide attempt is fortunate?
(a) Because Emil's attempt allows Ruth to feel like a savior.
(b) Because Emil will get the psychological help he obviously needs.
(c) Because Lise will have to move into an assisted care home and get the care she needs.
(d) Because Ariel and Karl still have each other around for comfort.

5. Who prevents Morris Engdahl from hurting Frank on the Fourth of July?
(a) Warren Redstone.
(b) Ariel.
(c) Jake.
(d) Nathan.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to foil Frank's plan to find out what happens during the conversation between Ruth and Nathan?

2. What reason does Warren Redstone cite for the 1862 attack on the white settlers by the Sioux tribe?

3. Why does Frank feel concerned about his father's ability to give his next sermon?

4. Who brings Emil to the Drums' house to be with Ruth every time he comes?

5. For what purpose does Nathan give Frank and Jake money when he goes to talk to Ruth?

(see the answer key)

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