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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3: "The Moon".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is the Peacock located?
(a) Glaunagillagh.
(b) Ceanneraugh.
(c) Rossbeigh.
(d) Glanbeigh.

2. When Tug stands at Jimmy's side during their conversation with Marlene and Mark, how does Jimmy characterize Tug?
(a) As a loyal pet and guard dog.
(b) As a weapon under his control.
(c) As a brother he completely depends on.
(d) As an unpredictable wild animal.

3. What rule is strictly enforced at the Peacock?
(a) Those under 21 cannot enter.
(b) People who are drunk cannot enter.
(c) No outside alcohol is allowed.
(d) The bar closes exactly at 1:30 a.m.

4. What does Val wonder if Martina knows about Joan Doody?
(a) Joan has a crush on Davy Boran.
(b) Joan has a reputation for being dangerous.
(c) Joan and Val have slept together.
(d) Joan is leaving soon for college in Dublin.

5. What technique is used when, on page 23, Teddy describes Sarah's father as a "hair-covered pudding"?
(a) Simile.
(b) Metonymy.
(c) Metaphor.
(d) Synechdoche.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Matteen ride in the back of Teddy's car?

2. What is Jimmy's intention when he asks the child at the bridge "What class of weapon is that" (14)?

3. When Tansey tells Sarah that she is a "diamond pulled from a coal bucket," what is he implying about her family?

4. Which American actor does Jimmy claim that Tug models his "look" after?

5. Where do Val, Joan, and Martina meet after work?

(see the answer key)

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