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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III (Chapters 16 - 21).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Margaret not go on the outing in Chapter 17?
(a) She falls and breaks her leg.
(b) She is sick.
(c) She is being very nasty to everyone.
(d) She is tired.

2. When does the rail disaster occur?
(a) May 1950.
(b) December 1957.
(c) July 1965.
(d) March 1942.

3. What does Martha tell Jean about Gretchen's claim of immaculate conception?
(a) It is true.
(b) It is a lie.
(c) She is open-minded about it.
(d) She has never heard about it before.

4. Where does Jean take her mother for holidays in Chapter 20?
(a) Fortfordshire.
(b) Henries.
(c) Lake of the Coheries.
(d) Lymington.

5. What does Martha wear on her wrists?
(a) Mittens.
(b) Bracelets.
(c) Socks.
(d) Leather braces.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jean advise her readers never to throw away?

2. Where do the Tilburys go on a short break in Chapter 20?

3. In Chapter 10, what does Jean tell Howard about her mother?

4. What does Gretchen especially make that Margaret loves?

5. Who manages accounts for Jean's job?

(see the answer key)

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