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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Part 1 (pages 157-176).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who do Margie and Darla pretend that their dolls are when they play after dinner in Chapter 2?
(a) Marilyn Monroe and Grace Kelly.
(b) Susan B. Anthony and Betsy Ross.
(c) Sandra Bernhardt and Emily Chase.
(d) Betty Ford and Nancy Reagan.

2. How much money does Edward Billings pay George to repair the clock at the bank in Chapter 4?
(a) $400.
(b) $300.
(c) $200.
(d) $100.

3. What novel does Howard discover on his porch after pulling the hermit's tooth in Chapter 1?
(a) To Have and Have Not.
(b) The Great Gatsby.
(c) The Sun Also Rises.
(d) The Scarlet Letter.

4. Who agrees to shave George in Chapter 1?
(a) Claire.
(b) Sam.
(c) Marjorie.
(d) Charlie.

5. What color is Kathleen's hair described as in Chapter 2?
(a) Dark brown.
(b) Black.
(c) Auburn.
(d) Blonde.

Short Answer Questions

1. What name has Joe given to the bearskin rug in the Crosby home?

2. What were Ed Titcomb and his friend doing when they came upon Howard in the woods in Chapter 3?

3. As Howard stands outside of his house, watching his children in the window in Chapter 2, he thinks, "I will pay my debts with" what?

4. How would you describe the main narrative perspective of Tinkers?

5. How is Marjorie related to George?

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