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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. Fill in the blank: In the first paragraph of the novel, Johnny says, "I am a ____ because of Owen Meany."
(a) Convict.
(b) Hero.
(c) Monster.
(d) Christian.

2. Who does Owen inadvertently murder?
(a) The Sunday school teacher.
(b) His parents.
(c) Tabitha Wheelwright.
(d) Johnny.

3. Which character is killed in the Vietnam war?
(a) Owen Meany.
(b) Dan Needham.
(c) Pastor Merrill.
(d) Harry Hoyt.

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

5. What is Owen's defining physical characteristic?
(a) His height.
(b) His hair color.
(c) His skin color.
(d) His weight.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character was referred to as "the little doll"?

2. Who does Johnny find praying at his mother's grave?

3. What part of Johnny's stuffed animal did Owen remove?

4. Who is the rector of the Episcopal church?

5. In which city did Johnny's mother meet his father?

(see the answer key)

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