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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1 - 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mr. Button feel about the upcoming birth of his first child?
(a) Annoyed and irritated.
(b) Nervous and excited.
(c) Unnerved and anxiety-ridden.
(d) Unconcerned and blasé.

2. In 1860, where are most babies born?
(a) In a hospital.
(b) At home.
(c) In a home for mothers.
(d) In a birthing center.

3. In Chapter II, how old does Mr. Button initially tell the store clerk his son is?
(a) 6 days old.
(b) 6 years old.
(c) 6 hours old.
(d) 16.

4. What is Mr. Button's first name?
(a) William.
(b) Robert.
(c) Roger.
(d) George.

5. What does Mr. Button assume has happened, regarding his child and what he sees in the crying-room?
(a) A prank has been played on him.
(b) The nurse is confused.
(c) He is having a nightmare.
(d) His child has been accidentally switched with someone else's.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Mr. Button approaches the nurse at the front desk and mentions his name, how does she react?

2. Why does Mr. Button hope the baby will be a boy?

3. What does Mr. Button ask Dr. Keene, when he sees that Dr. Keene looks worried?

4. How does Mr. Button feel when the nurse confirms the bearded man is his son?

5. When does Mr. Button need to take his son home from the hospital?

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