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

2. Where does Stoner sleep on his first night with Edith after they're married?
(a) In the guest room.
(b) In the bed with Edith.
(c) On the floor.
(d) The couch.

3. How does Edith react when Stoner asks her for sex?
(a) She tenses up.
(b) She is repulsed at the suggestion.
(c) She is excited.
(d) She is open to it.

4. What does Edith do just after her and Stoner are married?
(a) Laughs.
(b) Locks herself in a bathroom.
(c) Disappears.
(d) Cries.

5. Who argues that war had a tendency to destroy the civilization of learning?
(a) Archer Sloane.
(b) Charles Walker.
(c) Ed Frye.
(d) Gordon Finch.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who begins taking care of Edith when she has her first breakdown during their marriage?

2. What is Edith too tired for on her and Stoner's wedding night?

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

4. Why do Edith and Stoner cut their honeymoon short?

5. How are the protagonist's attempts at telling his parents he is getting a PhD described?

(see the answer key)

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