The Witch Elm Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 29:

1.

How did Hugo want the family to deal with his remains? (from Chapter 4)

He wanted to be buried anywhere, as long as he was wearing his favorite sweater.

He wanted to be buried in the family cemetery.

He wanted to be cremated and have his ashes scattered in the Ivy House garden.

He wanted to be cremated and have his ashes scattered in Dublin bay.

2.

What event does Susanna bring up to Toby several times in order to illustrate her experiences of systemic injustice? (from Chapter 9)

Her harassment at the hands of Dominic Ganly.

Declan’s experience of classism.

Her mistreatment by a doctor during her pregnancy.

The homophobic bullying experienced by Leon.

3.

Which detective gives Toby the most information about the initial attack in Chapter 1? (from Chapter 2)

Detective Martin.

Detective Bannon.

Detective Kerr.

Detective Rafferty.

4.

What is the most significant fact about the wych elm that Hugo discusses at breakfast with Melissa and Toby? (from Chapter 6)

It is a spiritually significant tree to Hugo and the whole Hennessy family.

Its purported medicinal properties are surprisingly relevant to Hugo's illness.

It plays a role in ancient Greek mythology, of which Hugo is an amateur scholar.

It is over 200 years old, which makes its loss deeply saddening to Hugo.

5.

What do Toby and Melissa begin to anticipate in this chapter? (from Chapter 7)

Susanna's confession.

Toby's arrest.

Hugo's death.

Leon's betrayal.

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