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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Blue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Dr. Lynn suspect is the cause of death for Delia’s baby?
(a) Placenta previa.
(b) The cord was wrapped around her neck and strangled her.
(c) A heart murmur.
(d) Influenza.

2. What phrase does Bridie say under her breath that makes Julia smile, because it is also Tim's phrase?
(a) All's well that ends well.
(b) Everything's gone awry.
(c) Everything's arsewise.
(d) It is was it is.

3. Which is NOT one of Dr. Lynn’s areas of expertise?
(a) Ophthalmology.
(b) Obstetrics.
(c) Insanity.
(d) Dentistry.

4. How does Julia respond regarding the blood tax of which Groyne speaks?
(a) Women die in war as well as men.
(b) Women donate blood to save others.
(c) Women are loyal to their nation, just like men.
(d) Women have been paying the blood tax since time began.

5. What does Dr. MacAuliffe finally prescribe for Delia for her pain?
(a) Chloroform.
(b) Whiskey.
(c) Aspirin.
(d) Narcotics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does a tear drop onto Julia’s skirt near the beginning of "Blue" on her birthday?

2. What does Tim get on as Julia mounts her bicycle in "Blue"?

3. What type of thread would Dr. Lynn have preferred to use on Delia’s sutures?

4. Of what faith is it assumed Dr. Lynn is?

5. What is Julia’s response when Bridie asks how many pushes it takes?

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