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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Macon display flexibility in his schedule?
(a) He switches to showering at night.
(b) He switches to eating at restaurants.
(c) He works three days a week instead of five.
(d) He takes an afternoon break on Wednesdays.

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

3. Who is brave enough to try Rose's turkey at Thanksgiving?
(a) Porter.
(b) Macon.
(c) Muriel.
(d) Julian.

4. What happens to Muriel and Norman's son, Alexander, when he's born?
(a) Alexander is born with fetal alcohol syndrome.
(b) Alexander is born blind.
(c) Alexander is born with a hole in his heart.
(d) Alexander is born very prematurely.

5. According to Grandfather Leary, who is the best Leary?
(a) Charles.
(b) Sarah.
(c) Rose.
(d) Macon.

Short Answer Questions

1. On their training expedition with Edward, what does Muriel ask Macon?

2. What is the dilemma the Leary's face about Thanksgiving?

3. What does Macon do while waiting for a flight back home from his first trip in the novel?

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

5. What do Macon and Susan discuss at dinner?

(see the answer key)

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