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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Cal polishing when Ruth and the others approach him in Chapter 3?
(a) His shoes.
(b) A car.
(c) A pair of glasses.
(d) A lighthouse mirror.

2. What does Simon bring the Pommeroys in Chapter 1?
(a) Some wine and cheese.
(b) A book and some rum.
(c) A casserole.
(d) A new radio.

3. What smells horribly in Chapter 7?
(a) Perfume.
(b) Burnt Toast.
(c) Cheese.
(d) Gasoline.

4. What will Lanford give Ruth $300 for in Chapter 3?
(a) To visit her mother in Concord.
(b) A fancy dress.
(c) A trip to New York.
(d) A new pair of glasses.

5. What is the weather like when Ruth is born?
(a) Stormy.
(b) Snowy.
(c) Warm.
(d) Freezing cold.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is described as being an aggressive lobsterman?

2. Who is Angus responsible for looking after?

3. How do the locals feel about the Ellises?

4. Why doesn't Simon attend the funeral in Chapter 1?

5. What do the women in the neighborhood doubt about Mary in Chapter 1?

(see the answer key)

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