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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 21, To The Mississippi through A Postlude.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Henry recall he hurt Elaine's feelings?
(a) By insulting her intelligence.
(b) By embarrassing her in front of her parents
(c) By insulting her cooking.
(d) By criticizing her figure.

2. What does Claire invite Henry to?
(a) A dance performance.
(b) An art opening.
(c) A concert.
(d) A reading.

3. What does Henry tell Myra about the fact that amenities are missing in the building?
(a) There are no other places available at the time.
(b) It is the start of their life of voluntary simplicity.
(c) He wants the experience of living among poor people.
(d) They can't afford anything nicer than this.

4. What does Henry think about doing while he is driving?
(a) Returning to Elaine.
(b) Returning to Melanie.
(c) Euthanizing the dog.
(d) Killing himself.

5. What does Henry stop for, in Chapter 5?
(a) He crashes.
(b) To sleep.
(c) More beer.
(d) Food.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Claire when she meets Henry?

2. Who is Red Ginter?

3. Where is Henry Lightcap when the novel begins?

4. Where does Henry get a job?

5. What does Henry say he is bringing to Will?

(see the answer key)

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