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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Part 2 (pages 91-126).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The narrator says of Howard in Chapter 2, "He resented his resentment because it was a sign of" what?
(a) His own father's resentment.
(b) His own limitations of spirit and humility.
(c) His own loss of faith in the Bible.
(d) Apathy for the world as it spun around him.

2. What is the name of Howard's family's cat in Chapter 2?
(a) Socks.
(b) Russell.
(c) Mittens.
(d) Buddy.

3. What three states does the narrator say George's grandchildren are visiting from in the beginning of the novel?
(a) Mississippi, Ohio, and Indiana.
(b) Kansas, Georgia, and Washington.
(c) Arkansas, Connecticut, and Massachusetts.
(d) Oregon, California, and Colorado.

4. What does the narrator describe as Joe's favorite breakfast meal in Chapter 2?
(a) Eggs Benedict with hash.
(b) Pancakes and maple syrup.
(c) Blueberry pancakes with honey.
(d) Mozzarella cheese omelets.

5. What is the name of Howard's family's dog in Chapter 2?
(a) Roger.
(b) Buddy.
(c) Socks.
(d) Spot.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many stitches does the doctor give George after his hand has been bitten in Chapter 2?

2. Where does Marjorie live?

3. Where is George's workshop located?

4. What is the name of George's sister that runs shrieking into the house whenever she sees wasps or spiders when they are young?

5. What town do George and Kathleen walk toward when they find the doctor's house missing in Chapter 2?

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