The Light We Lost Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Why does Lucy feel as though cutting her hair was like betraying her connection with Gabe? (from Chapters 1 - 9)

Their connection was more physical than emotional, so getting rid of a physical reminder diminished its significance.

His playing with her braid sparked their intimacy during a very difficult time.

He always liked her hair long and said she was beautiful.

She had long hair when they met so cutting it felt like cutting ties to the past.

2.

Why do Lucy and Darren find out the sex of their baby? (from Chapters 49 - 54)

Lucy hates surprises and feels she can prepare more easily when she knows what is happening.

They want to know so they can choose a name.

Darren wanted to know so he could write a list of things to buy.

They do not really mind either way.

3.

What is the significance of Violet letting Gabe play the part of the king? (from Chapters 61 - 66)

She feels sorry for Gabe and thinks making him the king will make him feel better.

Usually only Darren is allowed to be the king.

Gabe is the only male adult around so he has to be the king.

Violet is confused as to why Gabe's hair is gone so she gives him a crown to cover it up.

4.

Why does Lucy take Violet with her to meet Gabe? (from Chapters 55 - 60)

Darren asks her to and she knows it will make him feel better about the situation.

She wants to send a clear message to Gabe that she is married, a mother, and unavailable.

She cannot find anyone to look after Violet for the day.

She wants Violet and Gabe to meet seeing as they are both so important to her.

5.

How does talking to Jason about his parenting experience influence Lucy's thoughts about having a baby? (from Chapters 49 - 54)

She is comforted by how in love with his children he seems.

Jason tells her how exhausting and complicated it is having children, making her feel she might not be ready.

His marriage with Vanessa has become strained which scares Lucy.

Jason tells her how traumatic birth was for Vanessa which makes Lucy have second thoughts.

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