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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4: Chapters 8-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 9, what does Vicky's comparison of her cancer's progress to a "whistle-stop sightseeing tour" indicate? (252)
(a) The cancer creates obvious symptoms in each part of her body.
(b) The cancer is moving quickly and becoming widespread.
(c) The cancer is powerful and unstoppable.
(d) The cancer is an enemy that does not respect or care about her.

2. When Beth returns to Bird House from London, what triggers her memories of herself and her siblings as children?
(a) Sophie's polka-dotted raincoat.
(b) Maddy's basket of pink Easter eggs.
(c) The art that her mother is adding to the kitchen wall.
(d) The children playing in a splash pool.

3. What is Rory's daughter's name?
(a) Bea.
(b) Tia.
(c) Lilo.
(d) Nene.

4. Why has Vicky never been to Meg's home?
(a) She does not like Bill.
(b) Meg makes her feel unwelcome.
(c) She has no one to watch Sophie and Maddy.
(d) Lorelei refuses to leave home overnight.

5. What is the main point of the description of Beth's room at the end of Chapter 7?
(a) Her room is full of objects that prove she was once capable of dreaming of a better future.
(b) Her room is becoming as dirty, crowded, and disordered as the rest of the house.
(c) Her room is dark and depressing and reflects her mood.
(d) Her room still looks like the room of a much younger perrson.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is significant about the details given about the dress Beth wears on her first date with Jason?

2. What is Rory most afraid of when he brings Kayleigh home to meet his mother?

3. Where is Meg during Vicky's final Easter?

4. What request does Maddy make that results in Lorelei swearing at and insulting her?

5. What is Meg's husband's name?

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