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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Casting off of Morel - The Taking on of William.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who gets a job as a clerk in a co-op office?
(a) Annie.
(b) William.
(c) Mr. Morel.
(d) Mrs. Morel.

2. Who does Mrs. Morel dote on the least?
(a) Her middle son.
(b) Her youngest son.
(c) Her oldest son.
(d) Her daughter.

3. In the beginning, what year does the novel take place?
(a) 1905.
(b) 1895.
(c) 1885.
(d) 1830.

4. Why does the relationship between Mr. and Mrs. Morel improve when he heals?
(a) Mrs. Morel stops shopping.
(b) Mr. Morel stops drinking.
(c) Mrs. Morel begins caring for the children better.
(d) Mr. Morel gets a better job.

5. What does Mr. Morel steal money for?
(a) Food.
(b) A gift to make Mrs. Morel happy.
(c) A birthday gift.
(d) Drinking.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mr. Morel throw at his wife's head?

2. What is the name of Mrs. Morel's 4th child?

3. Who fully supports another character's job as a clerk?

4. How old is Paul when Mrs. Morel gives birth to another child?

5. Which of the following is a theme in the novel's second chapter?

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