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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, The Armadillo.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Owen claim God has taken from him to make him God's instrument?
(a) His hands.
(b) His God.
(c) His mother.
(d) His instrument.

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

3. As an adult, what does Johnny think will hold human's responsible for their actions?
(a) Nothing.
(b) History.
(c) An individual's conscience.
(d) God.

4. Fill in the blank to the children's playtime chant: "Last one _____ has to kiss Hester the Molester!"
(a) In the car.
(b) In the lake.
(c) To the house.
(d) To the tree.

5. How does Owen typically respond when Johnny comes home from visiting his cousins?
(a) He hasn't realized that Johnny was gone.
(b) He is excited to have Johnny back home.
(c) He is moody for a few days.
(d) He is happy that Johnny is spending time with his family.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Dan Needham?

2. How does Johnny respond to Owen's request to meet his cousins?

3. When Ms. Wheelwright makes the announcement that she has good news, what does her family assume?

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

5. Who does Johnny wish he knew the truth about?

(see the answer key)

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