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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Girls.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Miller's mother attempts to find father figures for her son by involving him in which community organization?
(a) Cub Scouts.
(b) Little League.
(c) Boy Scouts.
(d) After school program.

2. What does Miller believe makes one useless in human society?
(a) Resisting authority.
(b) Miller did not address this.
(c) Being too nice to people.
(d) Having an "I don't care" attitude.

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

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

5. Who is the main character of this book?
(a) The author, Donald Miller.
(b) All children without parents.
(c) All boys without fathers.
(d) The book's co-author, John MacMurray.

Short Answer Questions

1. True of False: only men who grew up without fathers and boys who are being without fathers will benefit from reading this book.

2. Which of the following does Miller believe that the game of chess and life have in common?

3. In Chapter 7, why is Miller unsuccessful in his new organization?

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

5. Writing this book appears to have been what type of experience for the author?

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