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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters VIII and IX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Stoner make with his seminar class when he starts it in Chapter IX?
(a) A sloppy appearance.
(b) A connection.
(c) A bad impression.
(d) A dominant appearance.

2. Who does the author note a change in at the beginning of Chapter VIII?
(a) Gordon.
(b) William.
(c) Edith.
(d) Hollis.

3. How does Stoner feel after being offered a professor job at the university?
(a) Sad.
(b) Excited.
(c) Relieved.
(d) Jovial.

4. What is the name of the ship that sinks and causes America to join the war?
(a) The Constantinople.
(b) The Titanic.
(c) The Lusitania.
(d) The Columbiana.

5. How does Walker react to Stoner when he is threatened to be failed in his seminar?
(a) Laughs.
(b) Cries.
(c) Pleads with him.
(d) Yells at him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of impression does the author note that the protagonist had on the memory of those who knew him?

2. What does Stoner insist Edith do after they are married that seems to open her up?

3. How does the Great Depression initially impact Columbus?

4. What does Stoner find a financial burden for him in Chapter VI?

5. How does Edith lie in bed waiting for Stoner for hours in Chapter V?

(see the answer key)

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