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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Penn Cage's occupation?
(a) An accountant.
(b) A doctor.
(c) An attorney.
(d) An author.

2. What company is considering Natchez for its new plant location?
(a) Volkswagen.
(b) BASF.
(c) Toyota.
(d) Nike.

3. How long has Penn been away from Natchez for before he returns to begin a new life?
(a) Twelve years.
(b) Sixteen years.
(c) Ten years.
(d) Twenty years.

4. What is the cause of death listed on Payton's death certificate?
(a) Drowning.
(b) Accident.
(c) Smoke inhalation.
(d) Gunshot.

5. How does Tom feel to this day about Hillman's murder?
(a) Conflicted.
(b) Relieved.
(c) Undecided.
(d) Guilty.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Tom, in what year was Penn's aunt raped?

2. How does Penn characterize the man who convinces Penn to meet with him by telling Penn that his family is in danger?

3. After Hanratty is convicted, his brother is shot and killed. Who shoots Hanratty's brother?

4. As Chapter Five opens, to whom does Penn grant an interview?

5. According to the person who convinces Penn to meet with him by telling him that his family is in danger, what is the next step after being mayor of Natchez?

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