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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 6, Miller's writing style changes. How does it change?
(a) He reveals his secret desires.
(b) He shares more personal information about himself.
(c) His writing style does not change.
(d) He tells more stories about other people.

2. How does the ability to accept a spiritual connection between God and fathers help Miller?
(a) It allows Miller to experience a sense of belonging.
(b) It helps Miller to feel accepted.
(c) It has not impact on Miller.
(d) It allows Miller to find a father.

3. Miller also remembers watching a documentary on what animal?
(a) Exotic pets.
(b) Endangered animals.
(c) Orphaned elephants.
(d) Beached whales.

4. Who does Miller remember as one of his first successful-father-figure role models in his life?
(a) John MacMurray.
(b) David Gentiles.
(c) Mr. Kilpin.
(d) Bill Cosby on television.

5. Miller writes about what part of his life in this book?
(a) His search to understand his life as a boy without a father.
(b) His adult years only.
(c) His adolescent years only.
(d) His childhood experiences only.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

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

5. Prior to accepting God as a father, Miller describes his journey as ________.

(see the answer key)

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