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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens at the restaurant Macon goes to in New York?
(a) Macon runs into Muriel.
(b) Macon sees Sarah with another man.
(c) Macon has a panic attack.
(d) Macon gets food poisoning.

2. Where does Macon travel to on his first trip in the novel?
(a) Ecuador.
(b) Ethopia.
(c) England.
(d) Egypt.

3. Why is Rose irritated with Macon after he begins seeing Muriel?
(a) Because Muriel flirts with Julian and makes him uncomfortable.
(b) Because Macon misses meals and doesn't come home at night.
(c) Because Macon's attitude has changed and he's a different person.
(d) Because Muriel told her that she wants to marry Macon for his money.

4. What is Macon's reaction to Sarah's wish regarding their separation?
(a) Macon is shocked; he thought they could work things out.
(b) Macon is happy: he wants to start dating again.
(c) Macon is thrilled; he is glad they are getting back together.
(d) Macon is upset; he doesn't want to start counseling.

5. What is Muriel's response to Macon's note?
(a) Muriel makes tea for them and lets him talk about Sarah.
(b) Muriel hugs him and brings him to bed so that he can sleep.
(c) Muriel tells him she's no longer interested.
(d) Muriel hugs him but tells him to go home.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Julian show Macon that he's going to give to Rose?

2. What is significant about the subdivision Muriel's parents live in?

3. What surprises Macon and Muriel as they are talking about her son and ex-husband?

4. Who raises Macon and his siblings after their father dies in the war?

5. Why is the restaurant where Macon and Sarah agree to meet significant?

(see the answer key)

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