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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Our Problem.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do these stories from Miller's childhood help the reader understand Miller, the author?
(a) They validate Miller's authority on the subject of fatherless childhood.
(b) They explain his sad childhood.
(c) They explain his writing style.
(d) They offer understanding of his relationship with his mother.

2. Chapter 1 emphasizes what difficulties for boys who grow up without fathers?
(a) Poor communication skills with others.
(b) Unstable relationships with others.
(c) The lack of money.
(d) The absence of traditional father-son experiences.

3. Is Miller's concern with the social problem of all boys who grow up without fathers?
(a) Yes, very much so.
(b) No, he is not concerned at all.
(c) Sometimes he is and sometimes he is not.
(d) Only slightly, as he is more concerned about his life without a father.

4. The author wants the reader to encourage and relate to what type of men?
(a) Men who grew up or are being raised without fathers.
(b) Men with fathers.
(c) Men who are not yet fathers.
(d) Men who are fathers.

5. Miller's stories in Chapter 1 seem to highlight what emotions from his childhood?
(a) Loneliness and singleness.
(b) Friendship and loyalty.
(c) Happiness and joy.
(d) Anger and frustration.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the author, what percentage of male prisoners grew up without a father?

2. Miller also remembers watching a documentary on what animal?

3. What is another place where Miller and his mother attempt to find father figures for him?

4. What is the responsibility of the adult male elephant in a young elephant's life?

5. In Chapter 1, Miller discusses several attempts to find a father figure during what part of his life?

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