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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, The Angel.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is it impossible for any pitcher to strike Owen out playing baseball?
(a) Owen Meany's strike zone is miniscule.
(b) Owen Meany can hit any pitch.
(c) Owen Meany crowds the plate.
(d) There are no players who can actually pitch the ball.

2. What job did Owen believe was passed on to him from a higher being?
(a) The job to become a professional baseball player.
(b) The job to end Tabitha's life.
(c) The job to become an Episcopal preacher.
(d) The job to befriend Johnny.

3. In what has Dan Needham wrapped Johnny's present?
(a) In a brown paper bag.
(b) In the Sunday newspaper.
(c) In silk cloth.
(d) In shiny green wrapping paper.

4. How does Johnny respond to Owen's request to meet his cousins?
(a) He is worried that his cousins will like Owen better.
(b) He is embarrassed of Owen.
(c) He is angry that Owen wants more friends.
(d) He is excited to have all his friends together.

5. Whose religious doubts does Johnny appreciate?
(a) Owen.
(b) Rev. Lewis Merrill.
(c) Dan Needham.
(d) Rev. Dudley Wiggins.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Owen referred to in the text?

2. How does Johnny swear he will die?

3. Who does Owen say should not be left alone with Tabitha's dressmaking dummy?

4. What is heard in the background of Ms. Wheelwright's funeral?

5. Who is the congregational pastor?

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