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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Death in the Family.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who makes the Morel family uncomfortable?
(a) Paul's boss.
(b) William's fiance.
(c) Mr. Heaton.
(d) The midwife.

2. Whose mood is Paul closely linked to?
(a) William.
(b) Mr. Morel.
(c) Annie.
(d) Mrs. Morel.

3. Who is Miriam most drawn to?
(a) William.
(b) Paul.
(c) Annie.
(d) Arthur.

4. Why doesn't Mrs. Morel accept an apology from Mr. Morel?
(a) She doesn't accept apologies from anybody.
(b) She knows he will behave badly again.
(c) She wants him to feel bad about everything he's done.
(d) She wants to get a divorce.

5. Who is Arthur most like?
(a) Paul.
(b) Mrs. Morel.
(c) William.
(d) Mr. Morel.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is Mr. Pappleworth?

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

4. Who teaches Paul a second language?

5. Who does Mr. Morel blame his altercation with Mrs. Morel on?

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