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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. On page 5, what unusual diction does Jimmy use to describe Marlene's eyes?
(a) "Cerulean."
(b) "Verdigris."
(c) "Citrine."
(d) "Smaragdine."

2. Why does Tansey call Matteen "Judgeboy" (29)?
(a) He served as a county fair judge.
(b) His last name is "Judge."
(c) He wears a long black coat in winter.
(d) His father is a judge.

3. When the two men get out of their car opposite to where Val, Joan, and Martina are sitting, what are they dressed to do?
(a) Go dancing.
(b) Patrol the area.
(c) Go fishing.
(d) Hunt mushrooms.

4. 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.

5. What does the Irish expression "couldn't be arsed" mean (45)?
(a) Not at all amused.
(b) Unwilling to bother with something.
(c) Calm, unflappable.
(d) Incapable of embarrassment.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Martina expected to study in college, and what does she actually study?

2. When Jimmy snaps at Tug about his speculation about Wayne Clancy, how does Tug react?

3. In "Bait," Teddy describes Matteen as feeling "dolour" (19). What does this mean Matteen is feeling?

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

5. What draws Jimmy's attention to Marlene's engagement ring?

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