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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Six, The Blue Box.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What ultimatum does Laura give her congregation in Book Six?
(a) She threatens to burn down the church if people will not support Irwin.
(b) She threatens to commit suicide if they do not help Irwin.
(c) She tells them if they will not help Irwin she will no longer belong to the congregation.
(d) She tells them she will expose Elder Babcock's misdeeds to the police if the congregation does not help Irwin.

2. What is Everett's reaction to Freddy's injury?
(a) He is indifferent to the situation.
(b) He drives down to Camas and confronts Laura.
(c) He writes a lengthy, mean letter to Mrs. Babcock.
(d) He telephones Elder Babcock and fights with him.

3. What causes Everett to give up his baseball dream?
(a) Hugh tells him to pursue school instead.
(b) Striking out four times in a play off opener.
(c) Coach Bunnell tells him he isn't talented.
(d) No colleges offer him a scholarship.

4. How many years in prison is Everett sentenced to for draft dodging?
(a) Three.
(b) One.
(c) Two.
(d) Four.

5. Who writes a letter regarding Irwin to his superiors that contributes to his being held apart from his family?
(a) Elder Babcock.
(b) Sergeant Felker.
(c) Laura.
(d) Captain Dudek.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does it take Hugh to say the prayer over the meal every evening in the Chance family?

2. Why is Irwin unable to recognize Hugh the first time he visits?

3. For what sport does Irwin leave baseball?

4. What is the name of the professor whom Everett debates publicly in front of a huge seminar of students?

5. What privilege does Hugh give the boys after his fight with Laura at the end of Book Two?

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