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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Everything That Rises Must Converge.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who claims that Rayber's ears are "deaf to the Holy word"?
(a) Lucette.
(b) Francis.
(c) Mason.
(d) Bishop.

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

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

4. Which of the following characters shouted these words: "The prophet I raise up out of this boy will burn your eyes clean!" ?
(a) Bernice Bishop.
(b) Francis Tarwater.
(c) Mason Tarwater.
(d) George Rayber.

5. How does Parker's wife react when she sees the new tattoo on Parker's back?
(a) She is outraged.
(b) She is pleased.
(c) She is confused.
(d) She is terrified.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long has Asbury been away from his mother before returning in the story "The Enduring Chill"?

2. Who witnesses the light leaving Motes' eyes right before he dies?

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

4. How does Francis know that he has been sexually assaulted?

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

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