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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Violent Bear it Away.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of his mother's possessions did Motes bring with him when he joined the military?
(a) Her glasses.
(b) Her handkerchief.
(c) Her diary.
(d) Her wedding ring.

2. How does Francis react to Rayber's offer to let him baptize Bishop?
(a) He is confused.
(b) He is pleased.
(c) He is horrified.
(d) He is apathetic.

3. What does Francis drink until he is drunk after Mason's death?
(a) Wine.
(b) Whiskey.
(c) Moonshine.
(d) Rye beer.

4. What branch of the military did Hazel Motes serve in?
(a) The air force.
(b) The marines.
(c) The army.
(d) The navy.

5. What does Francis tell Rayber he will do with Bishop before he kills him?
(a) Take care of him.
(b) Baptize him.
(c) Give him rest.
(d) Put him to sleep.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who claims that Rayber's ears are "deaf to the Holy word"?

2. What does Motes light on fire as he travels through his abandoned house?

3. When "The Violent Bear it Away" opens, how long has Mason Tarwater been dead?

4. What type of animal is Gonga?

5. How does Motes feel about the blind preacher's religious style?

(see the answer key)

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