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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, The Finger.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Owen call the nuns?
(a) Devils.
(b) Penguins.
(c) Tuxedos.
(d) Gorillas.

2. When Owen looks forward to his future, what does he claim will be the unifying emotion of his generation?
(a) Anger.
(b) Envy.
(c) Love.
(d) Contentment.

3. Who is Mr. Brinker-Smith?
(a) A bellboy at Gravesend Hotel.
(b) A gravedigger at Gravesend Cemetary.
(c) A pastor at Gravesend Church.
(d) A teacher at Gravesend Academy.

4. What realization does Johnny make during the performance of "A Christmas Carol"?
(a) That Owen is going to die.
(b) That Dan Needham is evil.
(c) That he knows who his father was.
(d) That his mother is still with him.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Owen invite to the school dance?

2. For his new sport, Owen has perfected a new skill. How long does he give himself to perform this new skill?

3. Why is it impossible for any pitcher to strike Owen out playing baseball?

4. As an adult, what board was Johnny running for re-election in?

5. What is Johnny's address?

(see the answer key)

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