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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 6-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mother try to keep the appearance of after her marriage?
(a) That she is beautiful.
(b) That she is rich.
(c) That she is faithful.
(d) That she is happy.

2. What disintegrates shortly after Mother gets married?
(a) Her relationship with her husband.
(b) Her ties to her family.
(c) Her goals and dreams.
(d) Her good looks.

3. Who does Paul explain his reasons for winning money to?
(a) His mother.
(b) His sister.
(c) His uncle.
(d) His friend.

4. Who does Barrett talk to about Paul's talents?
(a) Olliver.
(b) Joan.
(c) Oscar.
(d) Mother.

5. Why does Paul refuse his trip after his Mother's birthday?
(a) He doesn't deserve it.
(b) He has to focus on the derby.
(c) It is not what the house wants.
(d) It would use up too much money.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Paul satisfy what whispers to him after Mother gets her birthday money?

2. Why does Mother act the way she does during the big race?

3. What does Mother say Paul has that she needs?

4. Why doesn't Barrett answer all of Paul's uncle's questions about Paul?

5. What impresses Paul's uncle about Paul?

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