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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Seven, Through the Valley.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. At the very start of the novel, to what is Jack listening?
(a) His wife singning.
(b) His daughter cooking.
(c) Mat calling to his cows.
(d) Mat yelling at his son.

3. How does Jack remember the years following Rose's absence?
(a) He was relieved to be finished with the affair.
(b) The details are fuzzy.
(c) The years following her death were passed in sadness and darkness.
(d) They were chaotic after she left the business.

4. What does Jack do after their daughter is born?
(a) He buys more land.
(b) He ignores Ruth's wishes and continues to sleep with her.
(c) He completely moves out of the house.
(d) He begins sleeping in a separate room of the house.

5. What is the reason for Mat's feelings toward Lightning Berlew?
(a) They have been through very difficult times together.
(b) Mat likes Lightning but not Lightning's wife because she is a crook.
(c) He is not hard working.
(d) Lightning is the smartest man Mat knows.

Short Answer Questions

1. What makes some people skeptical about Andy's future plans?

2. What is the doubt that Andy's girlfriend has about their relationship?

3. What is easy for Jack to remember?

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

5. What type of transportation does Hannah use?

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