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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16-17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What has Uncle Al failed to buy for his new workers?
(a) Food.
(b) Uniforms.
(c) Drink
(d) Sleeping cars.

2. What gift does August offer Jacob for his help with Rosie?
(a) A new watch.
(b) A raise.
(c) A gold ring.
(d) A new job.

3. Why did Marlena marry August?
(a) To escape the mundane life her parents had planned for her.
(b) To escape an abusive boyfriend.
(c) To join the circus.
(d) For love.

4. Who wakes elderly Jacob in Chapter 5?
(a) Rosemary, the nurse.
(b) The new resident.
(c) His son.
(d) His wife.

5. Why is elderly Jacob frightened?
(a) He forgets where he is.
(b) He has chest pains and is afraid it means a heart attack is coming on.
(c) He cannot remember his wife's name.
(d) He calls Rosemary Rosie but cannot remember doing it.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Jacob object to his seating at dinner in Chapter 5?

2. How does learning Rosie's language help August?

3. What does the new resident say that upsets Jacob?

4. What does the doctor prescribe for Jacob after his outburst at dinner?

5. What does Jacob complain to the nurse about?

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