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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Authority.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. MIller learns many lessons from watching the MacMurray family? Which of the following is a lesson that Miller does not learn?
(a) Families need a lot of time apart from each other.
(b) Families work together.
(c) Fathers prefer to spend time with children instead of in front of the TV.
(d) Children are as important as adults.

2. Miller asks for what from the reader?
(a) Open mindedness.
(b) Patience.
(c) Sympathy.
(d) Commitment.

3. What kind of relationship does Miller want with a father?
(a) An distant, detached relationship.
(b) A personal, intimate relationship.
(c) A generous, loving relationship.
(d) Miller does not want a relationship with a father.

4. What kind of class does Miller attend at church in Oregon?
(a) Bible study.
(b) Sunday school.
(c) Confirmation.
(d) New members class.

5. According to Miller, what lesson is a father responsible for instilling in a young child?
(a) That the world is unfair.
(b) The difference between right and wrong.
(c) That the child's existence makes an impact in the world.
(d) That the child is worthless.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Miller's Pinewood Derby Car not make it in the derby race?

2. Why does Miller grow up feeling insecure?

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

4. What tasks must elephants accomplish when they reach puberty?

5. What metaphor does Miller use to describe the role of elders in transferring information to the next generation?

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