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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, The Mentor.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. This prologue is does which of the following?
(a) Presents a summary of the book.
(b) Acknowledges all the contributors to the book.
(c) Gives a concise history of the author's life.
(d) Piques the readers interest in the topic.

2. Why does Miller join a church in Boring, Oregon?
(a) He is invited to attend.
(b) He is very spiritual man.
(c) He is bored with life.
(d) He is lonely.

3. Where is Miller offered a home when living in Boring, Oregon?
(a) In a trailer with coworkers.
(b) In an apartment with friends.
(c) In a garage apartment at the MacMurrays.
(d) In a house shared with an elderly person.

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

5. What happens to elephant's behavior when they reach puberty?
(a) They become extremely intelligent.
(b) They become very sexually aggressive.
(c) They become docile.
(d) They become increasingly violent.

Short Answer Questions

1. Chapter 1 emphasizes what difficulties for boys who grow up without fathers?

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

3. As a child and adolescent, who does Miller resent?

4. The author uses the prologue to do which of the following?

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

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