1. How does Luke feel about New York City?
(a) He disagrees with Tom that urban life is more interesting than Southern gallantry.
(b) He is fascinated by the feminists he encounters in New York.
(c) He feels that this evil city is no place for his little sister.
(d) He feels that this sophisticated metropolis is the perfect place for his sister.

2. What does Tom's wife blurt out to elicit an emotional response from Tom as they walk along the beach in Chapter One?
(a) She tells Tom that she never loved him.
(b) She confesses she is having an affair.
(c) She chastises Tom for being a horrible provider.
(d) She begs Tom to spend more time with the children.

3. During which decade does Tom begin recalling the story of his family?
(a) 1940s.
(b) 1950s.
(c) 1960s.
(d) 1920s.

4. Why are Tom and Luke awakened in the middle of the night while visiting Savannah in New York in Chapter Two?
(a) Luke is crying out from a terrible nightmare.
(b) Lila phones them with urgent news about a family emergency.
(c) Savannah is in the throes of a psychotic spell.
(d) Tom's wife has called with a tearful confession.

5. Which of the following events does NOT transpire when Tom visits Savannah's apartment?
(a) He reads a letter from his wallet written by Savannah years ago.
(b) He is threatened by a neighbor wielding a pistol.
(c) He breaks down and weeps after seeing his sister's artwork on the walls.
(d) He lies down on Savannah's bed with a migraine headache.