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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. Why do the native people leave for the tiny island every year?
(a) To pick coconuts.
(b) To fish.
(c) To commune with their ancestors.
(d) To gather exotic shells.

2. What language is spoken by the island people most of the year?
(a) French.
(b) Spanish.
(c) English.
(d) Italian.

3. Which culture is Avey reminded of when she sees her hotel?
(a) Jewish.
(b) Aborigine.
(c) Sicilian.
(d) Eskimo.

4. What did Jay do to try to prove to Avey that he was working two jobs and not being unfaithful?
(a) Had his bosses call her.
(b) Brought her his unopened paychecks.
(c) Let her call him at work.
(d) Let her drop him off at work.

5. From which of the following could Avey's illness come?
(a) The rough waters.
(b) All of these.
(c) Her delicate constitution.
(d) The heat.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Avey recall about Jerome's face as he lay in his casket?

2. What is Avey secretly remembering with fondness in Chapter 4?

3. What does Rosalie do for Avey after she bathes her?

4. What is Avey's personality as an adult?

5. Who tried to quiet Avey and Jay's fighting?

(see the answer key)

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