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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part IV (Pages 67 - 88).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. About how old is Furlong?
(a) Almost 60.
(b) Almost 50.
(c) About 32.
(d) Almost 40.

2. In Chapter 5, what shocking thing does Furlong discover in the convent shed?
(a) A fire.
(b) A dead dog.
(c) A nest of rats.
(d) A girl abandoned there, freezing.

3. What does Furlong do at home on Sunday in Chapter 6?
(a) Dance.
(b) Take a nap.
(c) Put up the Christmas tree.
(d) Fix the plumbing.

4. What does the nun chastise Furlong about?
(a) The load of coal being too light.
(b) Upsetting the geese on the lawn.
(c) His glasses.
(d) His pants looking strange.

5. What does Furlong say to make conversation with the Mother Superior to drag it out?
(a) Those are lovely shoes.
(b) Didn't Christmas come in quick?
(c) What kind of rashers are your favorites?
(d) What style habit are you wearing?

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is in charge of the convent?

2. What does Furlong regret about his last trip to the convent in Chapter 6?

3. What happens to the weather as Furlong leaves the convent?

4. Why does Furlong get upset with Eileen in Chapter 6?

5. What kind of school does Furlong go to?

(see the answer key)

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