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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What are Haruf 's thoughts when he defends Betty and Luther against the man who is behind them in line? (from Chapters 1 – 9)

Those on public assistance greatly value what little independence they have.

Anyone on public assistance is using the system.

Everyone, even those on public assistance, should be treated with respect.

It is easy to criticize other people for what one does oneself.

2.

Why do Harold and Raymond miss Victoria so much while she is at college? (from Chapters 1 – 9)

They are family and care about one another so deeply.

They no longer have the job of looking out for Victoria.

They cannot visit Victoria often because of the distance.

Victoria was a live-in maid for them, and they cannot get along without her.

3.

Why are Luther and Betty reluctant to let Hoyt live with them? (from Chapters 10 – 18)

Hoyt is a hoarder.

Hoyt disowned his family many years ago.

Hoyt is a drunk, and Luther and Betty do not trust him.

Hoyt lived with Luther and Betty before with disastrous consequences.

4.

By ending the novel with Raymond and Rose, what is Hauf suggesting to readers? (from Chapters 36 – 46)

Loss is a natural part of life.

Nothing is what it seems.

Rose and Raymond are meant to be together.

Life is uncertain.

5.

Why must Raymond ask for help from Tom Guthrie and Victoria? (from Chapters 10 – 18)

One-third of the ranch is being sold.

Harold has moved.

The size of the cattle herd is about to double.

Harold has been killed.

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