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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Two, Judas Peckerwood: Chapters 21-25.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is the dead bird found on campus?
(a) It is found in the quad.
(b) It is found near the pond, hanging in a tree.
(c) It is found on the porch of the library.
(d) It is found on the steps of the English building.

2. What method did Hank's father find worked for him, and he could finally resume lecturing?
(a) If he started outside the room and looked up at the back wall.
(b) He recorded his lectures and wrote comments on the board.
(c) He stood at the back of the room so no one could see him.
(d) He wore dark glasses to class.

3. How did Hank try to convince his parents to get a dog?
(a) He threatened to run away.
(b) He took care of his neighbor's dog every weekend.
(c) He got a dog house so he could keep the dog outside.
(d) He talked about dogs all the time.

4. What does Hank's mother remind him of when he visits?
(a) That his father is coming to live in Railton.
(b) That his wife wants him to call her every day.
(c) That it is her birthday the next day.
(d) That he needs to renew his driver's license.

5. What does Hank grab and hold up, swearing that he will kill a duck every day until the Railton College departments get more funding?
(a) A goose.
(b) A bible.
(c) A tape recorder.
(d) A brick.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Hank heads to campus after the call about the dead bird, he thinks about his father-in-law. What are his feelings about his father-in-law?

2. Which university was William Henry Devereaux offered a position at, after he left his family?

3. What are the names of Hank's daughters?

4. Why is Hank's colleague Teddy driving him home after a staff meeting in Chapter 1?

5. Why is Hank upset with his mother about Mr. Purty picking up his father and his things?

(see the answer key)

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