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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Sister Luke does not believe Honor’s prayers are sincere, she says it is because a year of praying did nothing to reclaim what?
(a) Sanity.
(b) Love of Jesus.
(c) Her Nibs.
(d) Sense of self.

2. Since this is Honor’s second pregnancy out of wedlock, how long will she have to stay at the mother-and-baby house?
(a) 5 years.
(b) 2 years.
(c) 1 year.
(d) 6 months.

3. What number pregnancy is Ita Noonan expecting?
(a) 1.
(b) 12.
(c) 10.
(d) 5.

4. Why does Dr. Lynn open the top window all the way?
(a) It is a beautiful day outside.
(b) Fresh air is very important.
(c) The room smells.
(d) The room is warm.

5. When Ita starts convulsing, why does Julia say they should not put a spoon in her mouth?
(a) It could smash her teeth.
(b) She could choke on it.
(c) She could swallow it.
(d) It could break her jaw.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Dr. Prendergast prescribe for Ita to calm her?

2. What is the translation of the song Dr. Lynn listens to that is called Liebestod?

3. What composer is Dr. Lynn listening to on her gramophone in "Blue"?

4. What technique finally works to birth Mary’s baby?

5. How does Julia describe the sounds Delia makes at the end of pushing?

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