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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which of the following characters is NOT a street preacher?
(a) Onnie Jay
(b) Hoover Shoats.
(c) Hazel Moats.
(d) Enoch Emory.

3. What is the only item of furniture left in Motes' home when he arrives there?
(a) An armoire.
(b) A couch.
(c) A kitchen table.
(d) A mirror.

4. Who collects Motes' government checks after he blinds himself?
(a) Sabbath.
(b) Asa Hawks.
(c) Enoch.
(d) Mrs. Watts.

5. Which of the following subjects does Motes dream about on his way home from the military?
(a) His father's funeral.
(b) His mother's singing.
(c) His sister's garden.
(d) His brother's house.

Short Answer Questions

1. On his first night back at home, where does Motes sleep?

2. What does Motes use to blind himself?

3. What does Mrs. Watts do for a living?

4. What does Enoch Emory believe is "the new Jesus"?

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

(see the answer key)

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