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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who officiates the funeral in Chapter 1?
(a) Mrs. Pommeroy.
(b) Pastor Toby Wishnell.
(c) The father of the deceased.
(d) Ruth's father.

2. What do the women in the neighborhood doubt about Mary in Chapter 1?
(a) That she will ever marry.
(b) That she will find happiness.
(c) That she will ever leave the island.
(d) That she will live.

3. How does Simon try to help Rhonda financially?
(a) He lends her a small loan.
(b) He hides money throughout her house.
(c) He encourages her to sell her baking.
(d) He asks for a haircut.

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

5. Who does not contribute to the distinctive population?
(a) The Italians working on Fort Niles.
(b) The French that live along the coast.
(c) The Spanish who spend their summers on the islands.
(d) The English that oversee the workmen.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the weather like when Ruth is born?

2. What causes Ruth to cry at the end of Chapter 1?

3. What are the names of Ebbett's sons?

4. Which of the following do Fort Niles and Courne Haven have in common?

5. Who is Senator Simon Adams' twin?

(see the answer key)

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