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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Jacob's father unable to pay his mortgage?
(a) The mortgage payments were too high.
(b) He could no longer work due to the depression.
(c) His clients were unable to pay him in cash.
(d) He could no longer work due to an injury.

2. What is Jacob's one pleasure at the assisted-living center?
(a) The good food.
(b) The nurses who dote on him.
(c) The time to read his favorite books.
(d) The attention of the female residents.

3. What is the only thing Jacob is able to take from his parents' home?
(a) His mother's wedding ring.
(b) His father's gold watch.
(c) His father's car.
(d) His mother's cookbook.

4. What school does Jacob attend?
(a) Cornell University.
(b) Notre Dame University.
(c) Cambridge University.
(d) Duke University.

5. Who interrupts the class?
(a) Marlena.
(b) The dean of students.
(c) Jacob.
(d) Rosie.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jacob lament about his current circumstances?

2. Why does Jacob take a train home?

3. Who is Marlena talking to when Jacob finds her?

4. What is Jacob told as he runs toward the big top?

5. What does Jacob see someone do to August at the end of the prologue?

(see the answer key)

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