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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2 (pages 8-22).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What topic threatens to sour the mood of Moran?
(a) The Republic of Ireland.
(b) Rose.
(c) Luke.
(d) The war.

2. What is the relationship between Rose and Moran?
(a) Rose is Moran's second wife.
(b) Rose is Moran's mother.
(c) Rose is Moran's nurse.
(d) Rose is Moran's first wife.

3. What lie does McQuaid tell Moran at the end of their discussion?
(a) That he is leaving Ireland and moving to England.
(b) That he has divorced his wife and is courting again.
(c) That he has to leave early instead of staying the night.
(d) That he lost all his money and needs a loan.

4. What ritual does Moran do every night before bed?
(a) Turns out the lights.
(b) Brushes his teeth.
(c) Says the Rosary.
(d) Drinks water.

5. What seems to be foreshadowed about Moran's health in the first few paragraphs of the book?
(a) Moran is growing weaker.
(b) Moran has an inccurrable illness.
(c) Moran is getting stronger.
(d) Moran is losing his mind.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which two characters prepare the house for the big celebration?

2. Which word best describes how Moran feels about half of his children moving away?

3. Who helps Rose sneak something into the wardrobe?

4. What excuse does Moran give as to why he invited McQuaid to the celebration?

5. What is the name of the farm that Moran and Rose live on?

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