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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Five, The Brothers K.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mama react to Irwin's prayer at the supper table in Book Two?
(a) She scolds Irwin.
(b) She sheds a few tears of joy.
(c) She runs into the kitchen closet and laughs.
(d) She remains plain faced and doesn't react to the prayer.

2. According to Hugh in Book Five, what does W.P. stand for?
(a) War Prayer.
(b) Wandering Prayer.
(c) Wild Pitch.
(d) Wishful Peace.

3. What does Everett burn after he struggles to recapture his joy of reading in Book Five?
(a) His favorite book.
(b) All of his textbooks from college.
(c) His journal.
(d) His library card.

4. What job does Everett hold to earn money in high school?
(a) Bagging groceries.
(b) Pizza delivery boy.
(c) School janitor.
(d) Mail Courier.

5. What is the name of the town where Everett settles?
(a) Ferney.
(b) Shyashyakook.
(c) Vancouver.
(d) Prakatitch.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Irwin give Officer Hervano as a token after Officer Hervano attempts to save Irwin in Book Two?

2. According to Kincaid, what doe WP stand for?

3. Who writes a letter regarding Irwin to his superiors that contributes to his being held apart from his family?

4. What action causes Irwin to be sent back home from Vietnam in a straitjacket, heavily sedated?

5. What is Peter's reaction to the film shown at school about bombs?

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