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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, Making Decisions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 1, Miller discusses several attempts to find a father figure during what part of his life?
(a) His young adult years only.
(b) His teen age years only.
(c) His childhood and youth.
(d) His birth.

2. Miller believes not having a father figure affects what part of a young man's life?
(a) Ability to communicate with his family and friends.
(b) Logical reasoning in a man's mind.
(c) His relationships with women.
(d) His physical health.

3. Why is Miller particularly upset with older men?
(a) Their apparent show of powers.
(b) They are not interested in him.
(c) Their lives are easy.
(d) They do not understand him.

4. Miller believes that young men should do what in order to make decisions?
(a) Go to school.
(b) Pray and go to church.
(c) Talk to people with authority.
(d) Find a mentor who makes wise decisions.

5. What does John MacMurray do for a living?
(a) Artist and educator.
(b) Teacher and photographer.
(c) Owns his own business.
(d) Pastor and youth minister.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Miller settle in Boring, Oregon?

2. What does Miller and his friend, Travis, fear?

3. Why do Travis and Miller think they may go to prison?

4. What is the reason that Miller gives for failing to find positive male influences in his life?

5. What does Miller do that upsets one of the church members who is spending time with Miller?

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