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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters VI and VII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where do Edith and Stoner go on their honeymoon?
(a) Chicago.
(b) New York.
(c) St. Louis.
(d) Mexico.

2. How are the protagonist's attempts at telling his parents he is getting a PhD described?
(a) Detailed.
(b) Serious.
(c) Open.
(d) Futile.

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

4. What is Edith too tired for on her and Stoner's wedding night?
(a) Bathing.
(b) Talking.
(c) Eating.
(d) Sex.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who tries to ease Stoner's anxiety when he is getting married?

2. Who argues that war had a tendency to destroy the civilization of learning?

3. Who reacts in a fit of rage when Stoner says he may enlist in the war?

4. Where does Edith travel to after her father's death?

5. How are the protagonist's grades described when he first starts college?

(see the answer key)

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