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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 153-212.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the village in Ireland where Vivian's family lived before immigrating to America?
(a) Abbeyshrule.
(b) Kinvara.
(c) Naas.
(d) O'Briensbridge.

2. Where does Vivian's family take a tenement room for ten dollars a month after arriving in New York?
(a) Houston Street.
(b) Fifth Avenue.
(c) Elizabeth Street.
(d) Canal Street.

3. How did Molly's father die?
(a) He was shot by a stranger.
(b) He committed suicide by overdose.
(c) He was killed in a car accident.
(d) He was executed by the state.

4. Michael Collins was an Irish revolutionary leader and was the President of what organization?
(a) The Royal Irish Constabulary.
(b) Sinn Fein.
(c) the Irish Republican Brotherhood.
(d) The Black and Tans.

5. Who was Vivian's teacher in New York when she became orphaned?
(a) Mr. Byrne.
(b) Mrs. Grote.
(c) Mrs. Uhrig.
(d) Mr. Sorenson.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Molly's favorite novel that she attempted to steal?

2. What does Mrs. Byrne say "is one of the most important qualities a young lady can possess" when she introduces her to the clothing factory in Section 2?

3. When did "Black Tuesday" occur?

4. How old is Molly when her character is introduced in the narrative?

5. Who is the author of the poem that is cited in Section 3 with the lines, "Flow gently, sweet Afton, among thy green braes. / Flow gently, I'll sing thee a song in thy praise"?

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