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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long did it take the Cleary family to arrive in Gillanbone?
(a) One month.
(b) Three days.
(c) Two weeks.
(d) One week.

2. How does Paddy feel about Fiona?
(a) He feels she and the baby are a burden to him.
(b) He wishes she would do a better job of housekeeping.
(c) He falls in love with her.
(d) He regrets marrying her.

3. Why does Mary Carson prefer to remain a widow?
(a) If she remarries, all of her wealth becomes her husband's.
(b) She cannot find anyone she loves.
(c) Paddy will be jealous.
(d) She will have to leave her home.

4. Which of the following characters is not very fond of Meggie?
(a) Sister Margaret.
(b) Miss Appleton.
(c) Mrs. Carson.
(d) Sister Agatha.

5. Why is Ralph sent to Gillanbone?
(a) To meet up with Meggie.
(b) To assist Mary Carson.
(c) For disrespecting a bishop.
(d) Because he stole money from the Church.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which family member is not allowed to attend church?

2. What happens to Hal?

3. What is the district's most important social event?

4. What is Drogheda known for?

5. What are the names of the twins that Fiona gives birth to?

(see the answer key)

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