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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What position does Tom play in the game against North Charleston?
(a) Quarterback.
(b) Lineman.
(c) Runningback.
(d) Cornerback.

2. Why does Tom begin writing letters to South Carolina?
(a) He is writing Luke to tell him about Savannah's progress.
(b) He is writing his wife to reignite the lost romance between them.
(c) He is writing schools to find a football coaching position.
(d) He is writing his mother to reconcile their estranged relationship.

3. How does the principal feel about Tom beating up Todd?
(a) He is shocked.
(b) He is ashamed.
(c) He does not care.
(d) He is glad.

4. Why does Susan return inside from the terrace after talking with Tom after dinner in Chapter Fifteen?
(a) To give the maid instructions.
(b) To replenish their drinks.
(c) To check on Bernard.
(d) To call her husband,

5. Tom and Savannah admittedly resent their parents because ___________.
(a) They participated in racist rallies and demonstrations.
(b) They refused to spend any time with the children while growing up.
(c) They separated before the children could know their father.
(d) They used their children as ammunition during their own battles.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Tom recall that his father did not allow?

2. Tom describes his father as a ________.

3. Tom is correct in guessing that ______________.

4. According to Tom, which character seems to be the most caring person in the children's lives?

5. What is the initial topic of Tom's heated discussion with Dr. Lowenstein?

(see the answer key)

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