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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters IV and V.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Edith from in the book?
(a) Boston.
(b) St. Louis.
(c) Nashville.
(d) New York.

2. What does Stoner say he has no feelings of in regards to the war?
(a) Patriotism.
(b) Politics.
(c) Pride.
(d) Acceptance.

3. How are the protagonist's parents' reaction to his desire to get a PhD described?
(a) Sad.
(b) Excited.
(c) Shocked.
(d) Happy.

4. Who does Stoner find as an outlet for love and affection in Chapter V?
(a) Katherine.
(b) Barbara.
(c) Jane.
(d) Grace.

5. What role does Stoner consistently find himself happiest in?
(a) Slacker.
(b) Student.
(c) Worker.
(d) Teacher.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What can the protagonist's parents not do about his decision to get a PhD?

3. What does the protagonist decide to study after changing from his original subject in college?

4. How long does Edith stay in bed after having a baby?

5. What kind of setting did the protagonist grow up in?

(see the answer key)

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