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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 does Francis dream about when he falls asleep in the truck driver's cab on his way back to the farm?
(a) Drowning Bishop.
(b) Heaven.
(c) His mother's smile.
(d) His uncle's corpse.

2. What does Meeks sell for a living?
(a) Steel.
(b) Coal.
(c) Silver.
(d) Copper.

3. Which of the following items is NOT advertised for in neon lights in the city of Taulkinham?
(a) Peanut vendors.
(b) Shoe shiners.
(c) Taxi service.
(d) Money transfers.

4. What emotion is Rayber overcome with when he stoops down to tie Bishop's shoelaces at the Science Museum?
(a) Love.
(b) Resentment.
(c) Confusion.
(d) Pity.

5. To what animal does Francis compare Rayber's son, Bishop?
(a) A dog.
(b) A gorilla.
(c) A ferret.
(d) A canary.

Short Answer Questions

1. What falls from the roof of the house, cutting Motes' face?

2. Where did Motes' family disappear off to before he arrived home?

3. Who does Francis think is speaking to him when he hears the voice of his "friend" in his ear?

4. What is Rayber's reaction when he realizes Bishop is dead?

5. What food item does the first truck driver give to Francis before dropping him off at the side of the road?

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