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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, The Ghost of the Future.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the town in which this novel takes place?
(a) Sandlewood.
(b) Houndstooth.
(c) Gravesend.
(d) Tomb Hollow.

2. What is Owen's murder weapon?
(a) A baseball.
(b) A pool stick.
(c) A handgun.
(d) A hatchet.

3. How do the Meanys respond to the news of Owen's Christmas responsibilities?
(a) They are impressed.
(b) They are furious.
(c) They are saddened.
(d) They are apathetic.

4. How long did Tabitha and Dan wait before they were married?
(a) Four years.
(b) Four weeks.
(c) Four months.
(d) Four days.

5. Who does Owen believe could be the "certain prescence" in Dan Needham's play?
(a) Mr. Fish.
(b) Johnny.
(c) Mr. Morrison.
(d) Owen.

Short Answer Questions

1. Fill in the blank: Down by the riverside, Owen shouts, "He can hide from you, but he can't hide from _____ ."

2. In which country does Johnny live as an adult?

3. Fill in the blank: "If he's got so much ________, he's in the wrong business."

4. Who is Dan Needham?

5. What is Johnny's initial reaction to his gift from Dan Needham?

(see the answer key)

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