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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. What is the name of Motes' landlady at the end of the story?
(a) Mrs. Gold.
(b) Mrs. Howe.
(c) Mrs. Flood.
(d) Mrs. Hatchet.

2. What branch of the military did Hazel Motes serve in?
(a) The marines.
(b) The navy.
(c) The army.
(d) The air force.

3. Who witnesses the light leaving Motes' eyes right before he dies?
(a) His business partner.
(b) His doctor.
(c) His girlfriend.
(d) His landlady.

4. How many times does Mr. Greenleaf shoot the animal that kills Mrs. May?
(a) Twice.
(b) Three times.
(c) Four times.
(d) Mr. Greenleaf does not shoot the animal.

5. What name does Sarah Ham go by in the story "The Comforts of Home"?
(a) Sugar.
(b) Star.
(c) Serenity.
(d) Sasha.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Mason Tarwater die?

2. How old is Caraver?

3. Which of the following subjects does Motes dream about on his way home from the military?

4. Who collects Motes' government checks after he blinds himself?

5. What does Motes fill his shoes with as penance for sins?

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