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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Tom characterize himself in relation to the other Wingo children?
(a) As the least intelligent.
(b) As the one who battles black dogs and hanging angels.
(c) As the normal but mediocre one.
(d) As the eldest and the one with strength.

2. Which of the following characters dies during the storm?
(a) Esther.
(b) Sarah.
(c) Lila.
(d) Amos.

3. Why does Amos bring everyone to the hayloft barn?
(a) Because the storm begins to flood the house.
(b) Because racist townsfolk are threatening the Wingo servants.
(c) Because Amos wants to have a prayer meeting.
(d) Because robbers have broken into the house.

4. Tom's story is set against the backdrop of which war?
(a) World War II.
(b) World War I.
(c) Vietnam War.
(d) The Korean War.

5. What is the name of Tom's sister?
(a) Susan.
(b) Lila.
(c) Rose.
(d) Savannah.

Short Answer Questions

1. During which decade does Tom begin recalling the story of his family?

2. Why do Tom and Luke travel to New York City?

3. What news do Tom and his family discover in Chapter One?

4. Which of the following does Tom NOT call attention to during his formative years?

5. Why are Tom and Luke awakened in the middle of the night while visiting Savannah in New York in Chapter Two?

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