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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Five, Hunger.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Jack get frustrated with Will?
(a) Will was lazy.
(b) Will was irresponsible.
(c) Will was black.
(d) Will got a wagon stuck in the rain.

2. How did Jack feel about the mules?
(a) He felt like they were a burden.
(b) He was proud of them.
(c) He didn't really need them.
(d) He was ashamed of them.

3. What happened to Hannah Coulter's first husband?
(a) Died during World War I.
(b) Left her for another woman.
(c) Died during World War II.
(d) Died of typhoid fever.

4. As the novel opens, what is Jack's age?
(a) In his 90s.
(b) In his 30s.
(c) In his 40s.
(d) In his 20s.

5. What are Mat's feelings concerning Lightning Berlew?
(a) Mat considers Lightning Berlew a good business man but not a friend.
(b) Mat doesn't like Lightning Berlew.
(c) Lightning Berlew is one of Mat's best friends.
(d) Lightning Berlew is the only friend Mat has ever had.

Short Answer Questions

1. What role did Ben play in Jack's life?

2. Why did Jack work tirelessly on the farm?

3. How did Jack meet his wife?

4. What are Andy's plans?

5. As he rests and recalls his stillborn son, what does Jack remember hoping about that event?

(see the answer key)

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