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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. What did Rayber's wife, Bernice, do for a living?
(a) She was a social worker.
(b) She was a journalist.
(c) She was an actress.
(d) She was a hair stylist.

2. What type of car does Motes buy in Taulkinham?
(a) A Lincoln.
(b) An Oldsmobile.
(c) A Cadillac.
(d) An Essex.

3. What does Emory believe is his "special mystery"?
(a) An old manuscript.
(b) An octopus.
(c) A mummy.
(d) A flower.

4. When Francis leaves the woods for the last time, what does he promise himself that he will do with his life?
(a) Become a school teacher.
(b) Become a father.
(c) Become an astronaut.
(d) Become a prophet.

5. In what state did Motes grow up?
(a) Tennessee.
(b) Kentucky.
(c) Louisiana.
(d) New Mexico.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what time of day does Motes reach his old homestead after serving time in the military?

2. Which of his mother's possessions did Motes bring with him when he joined the military?

3. Where is Motes' body found by two policemen shortly before his death?

4. Which of the following characters shouted these words: "The prophet I raise up out of this boy will burn your eyes clean!" ?

5. Why did Rayber's wife leave him?

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