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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, The Shot.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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) Owen Meany can hit any pitch.
(d) There are no players who can actually pitch the ball.

2. What does Johnny believe makes Owen attractive to girls?
(a) His confidence.
(b) His height.
(c) His religious zest.
(d) His sense of humor.

3. What do the boys witness the Brinker-Smith's doing while they are hiding?
(a) Fist-fighting.
(b) Arguing.
(c) Stealing.
(d) Making love.

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

5. How does Johnny swear he will die?
(a) As a Catholic.
(b) As an Anglican.
(c) As a Baptist.
(d) As an Agnostic.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Johnny work in the summer of his first year at the University?

2. In Sunday school, who does Owen claim to be escaping?

3. As a teenager, what sport is Owen's new obsession?

4. What does Owen present to Dan and Tabitha as a wedding gift?

5. What do Johnny's cousins do with the hopes of drawing blood?

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