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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The author casts the adoration for this favorite character upon which biblical figure?
(a) Luke.
(b) Mark.
(c) John.
(d) Paul.

2. The author lists which of the following as one of his greatest childhood fears?
(a) The dark.
(b) Abandonment.
(c) Dogs.
(d) Failure.

3. What unusual item did the family have in the house?
(a) Tree.
(b) Roulette wheel.
(c) Barbecue pit.
(d) Chicken.

4. In what country did the Buechner family originate?
(a) Norway.
(b) Germany.
(c) England.
(d) Scotland.

5. Which world leader is mentioned in this section of the book?
(a) Churchill.
(b) JFK.
(c) FDR.
(d) Hitler.

Short Answer Questions

1. This behavior may indicate which characteristic in Freddy?

2. Who made a special trip to join the family for the day?

3. Where did the father meet the author?

4. The region is a fictional place created by which author?

5. Buechner often told people his father died from which of the following?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Freddy's opinion regarding the memories of the dead?

2. Who is Frederick Buechner? Why is this book important?

3. Discuss the duplicity of Freddy's father and how it affects the child.

4. What are Buechner's thoughts regarding adulthood and emotional maturity?

5. What is the common thread between Freddy's sudden departure, his father's death and "Gone With The Wind?"

6. Describe Buechner's experience during the morning when he was attempting to ignore the sound of the carpenters working in the house.

7. How does Freddy's dependency upon his parents affect him in a negative way?

8. Discuss Freddy's favorite book as a child. Which character was Freddy's favorite?

9. What was the purpose of writing a memoir at such a young age?

10. Discuss the scenario around the death of Freddy's father.

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