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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

4. Tom is determined to discover ____________.
(a) Why Dr. Lowenstein keeps her emotional distance from him.
(b) Why his wife has decided to leave him.
(c) Why Savannah has become psychotic.
(d) Why Lila refuses to admit that anything traumatic happened to the children.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Tom and Savannah admittedly resent their parents because ___________.

2. Why does Amos bring everyone to the hayloft barn?

3. Why is the old German priest guilt-ridden?

4. How does Luke feel about New York City?

5. How many children do Tom and his wife have?

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