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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1 (through page 13).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How can Keach be viewed in relation to Birkin's work?
(a) As an aide.
(b) As an obstacle.
(c) As needed encouragement.
(d) He is not a factor.

2. Who is the narrator of the book?
(a) J.G. Keach.
(b) Miss Hebron.
(c) Thomas Birkin.
(d) Charles Moon.

3. Why does Thomas Birkin take the job in the church?
(a) Experience to show potential customers.
(b) As a challenge to his abilities.
(c) Because he has a personal stake in the uncovering.
(d) As a personal favor.

4. What does Keach hope that Birkin has made?
(a) A good living.
(b) A ladder to use in the church.
(c) Many people happy with his work.
(d) Other living arrangements.

5. In what city does "A Month in the Country" open?
(a) Oxgodby.
(b) London.
(c) Cambridge.
(d) Oxford.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do Keach and Birkin go after discussing Birkin's request to use something in the church?

2. Where is Keach not fond of Birkin living?

3. In the first section of the novel, which character affects the plot even in death?

4. What does Thomas Birkin look at when he arrives at the beginning of the novel?

5. Why does Birkin have to stay at the church?

(see the answer key)

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