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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Two, Ben.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When the novel opens, where is Jack standing?
(a) On his porch.
(b) Next to his house.
(c) In his bedroom.
(d) In his living room.

2. When did Jack buy his team of mules?
(a) Only five years ago.
(b) Long before he every had the family home.
(c) Just after he got married.
(d) Shortly after he took possession of his family's home.

3. About how many years ago did the events of the memory occur?
(a) 64 years ago.
(b) 5 years ago.
(c) 1 year ago.
(d) 10 years ago.

4. What physical gesture does Mat make toward Jack once in the store?
(a) Mat shakes Jack's hand.
(b) Mat puts his hand on Jack's shoulder.
(c) Mat hugs Jack.
(d) Mat puts his hand on Jack's head.

5. What does Mat find when he returns home from the Berlew's house?
(a) Jack is still on the porch.
(b) Jack is no longer on the porch.
(c) Margaret is on the porch with Jack.
(d) Nancy is on the porch with Jack.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Jack's memory of the mules, how old is Mat?

2. How did Jack's family feel about the Civil War?

3. What is Jack's state of mind when Mat arrives at the store?

4. What are Mat's feelings concerning Lightning Berlew?

5. What invitation does Mat extend to Jack once in the store?

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