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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters IV - VI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who helps to pay the Gordons’ bills?
(a) Johnny’s medical business.
(b) The few guests the Gordons have.
(c) Johnny’s parents.
(d) Rose’s parents.

2. What is included in Peter’s scrapbook?
(a) Pictures of his family.
(b) His dreams of affluence and comfort he has for his parents.
(c) His favorite animals.
(d) Drawings and pictures of events that have taken place.

3. For how long does Johnny go without drinking?
(a) A month.
(b) Five years.
(c) A week.
(d) A year.

4. Throughout the first section (Chapters i-III) of the book, how does George act when Phil tries to start a conversation with him?
(a) Confused.
(b) Surprised.
(c) Distant.
(d) Angry.

5. Why does the Old Lady believe that she and the Old Gent should be present at George’s wedding?
(a) She wants to be there to give advice to both of them prior to the ceremony.
(b) She cannot wait to meet the bride-to-be.
(c) It might look funny if they are not there.
(d) They want to be supportive.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Phil think when he learns that George has been talking to Mrs. Gordon?

2. How does Johnny die?

3. What is Phil’s reaction when he sees that he has made Rose nervous and uncomfortable?

4. Why does Johnny’s advisor suggest he look for a small town in need of a doctor?

5. When Burbank family members used to bring friends from out east, what does Phil know is the purpose of these visits, especially the women?

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