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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 wedding ring.
(b) Her handkerchief.
(c) Her glasses.
(d) Her diary.

2. What color is the car the Motes buys?
(a) Black.
(b) Brown.
(c) Red.
(d) White.

3. What does Francis set fire to before returning to the city?
(a) The woods.
(b) The house.
(c) Mason's body.
(d) His clothes.

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

5. How does Motes kill Shoals?
(a) He stabs him in the back.
(b) He punches him in the neck.
(c) He poisons him with arsenic.
(d) He runs him over with his car.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why won't Mason's neighbors give Francis a drink of water when he requests one from them?

2. What nickname does Rayber give to Francis during their fishing trip?

3. What lie did Mason repeatedly tell Francis about his mother?

4. Why does the pitchman become angry with the young girl accompanying the blind preacher?

5. Which of the following adjectives best describes Miss Wally Bee Hitchcock?

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