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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much money does Uncle Maury want from his sister?
(a) $100
(b) $500
(c) $50
(d) $25

2. Who does Roskus say is a sign of bad luck?
(a) Jason
(b) Caddy
(c) Benjy
(d) Quentin

3. Why does Quentin commit suicide?
(a) He cannot cope with his father's death.
(b) He cannot accept his sister's shame.
(c) He fails his course.
(d) He cannot accept that he is a homosexual.

4. In what American state does Faulkner set the novel?
(a) Ohio
(b) New York
(c) Indiana
(d) Mississippi

5. Why does Versh tell Caddy her mother will whip her?
(a) She has been seen with boys.
(b) Her dress is wet.
(c) She has been stealing money.
(d) She keeps swearing.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Benjy on the day Faulkner recites his narrative?

2. Who does Mrs. Compson worry about leaving in the house?

3. Why does Mrs. Compson not want TP to drive the carriage?

4. What does Dilsey give Benjy to comfort him?

5. What is the family's surname?

(see the answer key)

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