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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 6-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 1, why is Louis reluctant to take Jud up on his invitation to stop by for a beer?
(a) He's scared of him.
(b) He thinks the Crandalls are looking for free medical advice.
(c) He doesn't like the man.
(d) He's not sure he can trust a stranger's cooking.

2. What did Louis drink at Jud's house?
(a) Two root beers.
(b) Two martinis.
(c) Two beers.
(d) Two cups of coffee.

3. Who offers to take Ellie for a walk down the path in the Creed's backyard?
(a) Louis.
(b) A boy from school.
(c) Norma.
(d) Jud.

4. In Chapter 8, who takes the walk down the path behind the Creed's home?
(a) Jud, Louis, Rachel, Ellie, and Gage.
(b) Jud, Louis, and Ellie only.
(c) Jud, Louis, Rachel, Ellie, Gage, and Norma.
(d) Louis and Ellie only.

5. During their first screen porch visit, what advice does Jud give Louis?
(a) Get the pet fixed.
(b) Run while you can.
(c) Leave his wife.
(d) Put his daughter in boarding school.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jud warn Louis about during their first evening visit?

2. Who removes the stinger in Chapter 3?

3. In Chapter 2, why does Gage begin to scream?

4. In Chapter 8, what does Jud warn Ellie about the woods behind the Creed home?

5. What does the blowdown mark?

(see the answer key)

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