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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. What does Stoner do with his doctoral thesis when it is finished?
(a) Nothing.
(b) Publishes it in a magazine.
(c) Burns it.
(d) Makes it into a book.

2. Who encourages the protagonist to get his PhD?
(a) Ed Frye.
(b) Archer Sloane.
(c) Hollis Lomax.
(d) David Masters.

3. What does Edith do after her and Stoner make love the first time?
(a) Vomits.
(b) Cries.
(c) Laughs.
(d) Falls asleep.

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

5. Where do Edith and Stoner get married?
(a) A park.
(b) The University.
(c) Edith's aunt's home.
(d) A church.

Short Answer Questions

1. What program does the protagonist originally go to college to study?

2. Who originally informs the protagonist about a new college program that he decides to partake in?

3. Who does the author say was only interested in seeking adventure?

4. How does Edith's mood change after their wedding on their way to their hotel?

5. Where do Edith and Stoner go on their honeymoon?

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