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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 70 – 72.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Eli’s reply when Peter tells him in Chapter Fifty-one, “I’m embarrassed by you”?
(a) I don't understand why.
(b) I don't even care.
(c) I love you.
(d) The feeling is mutual.

2. Who is Jeanne’s lover that she recalls leaving her in Chapter Sixty-four?
(a) Paul.
(b) Bill.
(c) Ted.
(d) Hank.

3. Who does Peter describe as renting out his pig stall for eighty dollars a week in Chapter Forty-five?
(a) Niles Gilbert.
(b) The Colonel.
(c) Bill Hollis.
(d) Pedro Garcia.

4. What Indian tribe does Eli say killed his family in Chapter Seventy-two?
(a) Klamath Indians.
(b) Comanches.
(c) Navajo.
(d) Lipan Apaches.

5. What year is described in the beginning of Chapter Ten?
(a) 1849.
(b) 1863.
(c) 1844.
(d) 1950.

Short Answer Questions

1. The narrative of Chapter One is transcribed from a WPA Recording in what year?

2. Who was Jeanne’s lover after the death of her husband?

3. About how many men accompany the McCulloughs when they go to confront the Garcias in Chapter Six?

4. What Indian departs with Eli’s mother’s scalp in Chapter Seven?

5. What is the name of Jeanne’s son that comes out as a gay man in Chapter Sixty?

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