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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part IV: The Beg Pardon; Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is another name for the Old Parents?
(a) Used Up Folks.
(b) Archaic Ancestors.
(c) Geezers.
(d) Long-Time People.

2. What did Avey fix for her family on Sunday mornings?
(a) Pancakes.
(b) Coffee cake.
(c) Grits.
(d) Eggs.

3. Avey says that her mind is now as empty as ____________________.
(a) A theme park at midnight.
(b) Bloomingdale's on Christmas.
(c) Her emptied purse.
(d) A cave.

4. Which of the following did NOT integrate for Avey during the festivities?
(a) Her ancestral heritage.
(b) Her childhood self.
(c) The truths of her life.
(d) Her guilt for leaving the cruise.

5. For how long has Avey been a widow?
(a) Two years.
(b) One year.
(c) Ten years.
(d) Six months.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lebert try to get Avey to remember?

2. Who are the first humans Avey sees today?

3. Who is the sad friend who accompanies Avey on the cruise?

4. What language is spoken by the island people most of the year?

5. Which of the following does Avey do as the ship sets sail to Carriacou?

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