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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Four.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mason Tarwater consider himself to be in THE VIOLENT BEAR IT AWAY?
(a) A regular guy.
(b) A savior.
(c) A prophet.
(d) A miracle worker.

2. Which of the following does Mason's nephew NOT tell Francis?
(a) Francis can still be set on the right path.
(b) Mason lived a useless life.
(c) He always loved Mason.
(d) It is not too late for Francis to be redeemed.

3. Soon after the marriage, Parker discovers that his wife likes _____________.
(a) Apples.
(b) Nothing.
(c) Gold.
(d) Fast cars.

4. What does Francis tell Mason's nephew about Mason's burial?
(a) Francis set fire to Mason's body in the house.
(b) Francis had Mason's body shipped back to Tennessee.
(c) Francis had Mason cremated.
(d) Francis had Mason buried in the family plot in town.

5. What major life event has Julian just experienced?
(a) High school graduation.
(b) Birth of his first child.
(c) College graduation.
(d) Marriage.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Francis tell Mason's nephew that Francis set Mason's body on fire?

2. Why does Claud need to see the doctor?

3. The family is preparing for a vacation in what state?

4. What does Mason think about himself?

5. Which of the following does NOT describe Mr. Fortune regarding his daughter?

(see the answer key)

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