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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: "The Devil and Tom Walker".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the version of the story that the narrator says is most likely to be true, what draws Tom's attention to the tree where his wife's apron hangs?
(a) An eerie red light.
(b) The sound of crows calling.
(c) The tree is encircled with snakes.
(d) Her name scratched into the bark of the tree.

2. Why is Tom happy to see the apron?
(a) He thinks it means his wife may be nearby.
(b) He thinks that his wife left it as a sign to him.
(c) He believes that it means his wife is dead.
(d) He believes that it contains valuable items.

3. Why does it take Tom a long time to get through the swamp?
(a) He is avoiding going home to his wife.
(b) He is searching for the treasure.
(c) He has to be very careful walking.
(d) The devil is slowing him down.

4. Why does the narrator say that only Tom Walker would have the nerve to stop at the Native stronghold in the sawmp?
(a) There is a rumor that the Natives worshiped the devil there.
(b) The area is overrun with snakes and alligators.
(c) Other townspeople have seen the devil there.
(d) The area is still frequented by a hostile Native tribe.

5. What mark does the devil leave on Tom?
(a) A black fingerprint.
(b) An upside-down cross.
(c) A red mark in the shape of an axe.
(d) A claw mark.

Short Answer Questions

1. What news does Tom's wife have for him when he returns from the swamp?

2. What is one source of trouble in Tom Walker's marriage?

3. What is true of the tree with Deacon Peabody's name on it?

4. Why is Tom's business immediately successful?

5. What is Tom doing at the office on his last day?

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