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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. Which of the following adjectives does NOT describe Francis' behavior while he is living with Rayber?
(a) Scared.
(b) Sullen.
(c) Difficult.
(d) Angry.

2. What does Enoch Emory believe is "the new Jesus"?
(a) A baby.
(b) A puppy.
(c) A gorilla.
(d) A mummy.

3. How old is Norton in the story "The Lame Shall Enter First"?
(a) 15.
(b) 10.
(c) 20.
(d) 5

4. What does the well-dressed black man on the bus do for a living?
(a) He is a dentist.
(b) He is an actor.
(c) He is a priest.
(d) He is an undertaker.

5. What city did Asbury live in before returning home to visit with his mother, and to die?
(a) Seattle.
(b) Chicago.
(c) New York.
(d) Detroit.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the name of Motes' landlady at the end of the story?

3. How long did Motes have to wait for the train to reach Taulkinham?

4. Which of the following items is NOT advertised for in neon lights in the city of Taulkinham?

5. In what room of the house does young Norton hang himself?

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