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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Jack do to escape his domestic misery?
(a) Threw himself into his work.
(b) Talked to his friends about how miserable he was.
(c) Talked to his wife to try to work things out.
(d) Sold his land piece by piece to anyone who would buy it.

2. What type of transportation does Hannah use?
(a) Truck.
(b) Car.
(c) Walking.
(d) Horse.

3. How is the meal prepared at the destination of Hannah and her children?
(a) Over fire.
(b) Slowly.
(c) Quickly.
(d) Carelessly.

4. What did Jack realize after the climax of the frustration with Will?
(a) He would never respect Will because he is black.
(b) Will's situation was unfortunate.
(c) Will was irresponsible and was never going to change.
(d) Will brought on his situation himself.

5. What was Jack's reputation?
(a) A grouchy, uncommunicative jerk.
(b) A cheerful, optimistic encourager.
(c) A reputation for immoral behavior.
(d) A man of excellent character.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Jack walks along after leaving the store, he recalls being a man of what age?

2. How did Jack meet his wife?

3. What reminds Jack about buying mules many years ago?

4. At the very start of the novel, to what is Jack listening?

5. What is the reason for Jack's regret in the time following the stillborn birth of his son?

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