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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why doesn't Simon attend the funeral in Chapter 1?
(a) Because of his phobia.
(b) He is away on business.
(c) He hated the deceased.
(d) He is ill.

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

3. What is Senator Simon Adams terrified of?
(a) The dark.
(b) The sea.
(c) Fire.
(d) Monsters.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the author of "Stern Men"?

2. What does Ebbett Thomas not do that the other men do?

3. Who does not contribute to the distinctive population?

4. Who's quarries can be found on Courne Haven?

5. Who introduces Swedish traits into the population?

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