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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Wise Blood.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the blind preacher ask for in exchange for repentance of sins?
(a) A quarter.
(b) A nickel.
(c) A dime.
(d) A penny.

2. Who wrote a letter threatening death to whomever tried to steal the furniture in the house?
(a) Motes' mother.
(b) Motes' father.
(c) Motes' sister.
(d) Motes' brother.

3. Where is Motes' body found by two policemen shortly before his death?
(a) Under a bridge.
(b) In a ditch.
(c) In the river.
(d) In the cemetary.

4. What did Motes' grandfather do for a living when he was still alive?
(a) He was a professional athlete.
(b) He was a bartender.
(c) He was a preacher.
(d) He was a mechanic.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which of the following adjectives best describes the sleeping berth where Motes sleeps on his way home from the military?

3. What does Motes use to blind himself?

4. What is all over the porch floor when Motes arrives home?

5. How does Hazel Motes travel home after his stint in the military?

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