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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. One morning during his paper route, what terrifying story does Russell read?
(a) He reads about a house fire that has burned all night.
(b) He reads about a dismembered body found in the sewer.
(c) He reads about the bombing of Pearl Harbor.
(d) He reads that the price of milk is going up.

2. Why did Lucy Elizabeth feel jealous of Aunt Goldie?
(a) Lucy Elizabeth was in love with Uncle Tom.
(b) Aunt Goldie was the most beautiful woman in five counties.
(c) Aunt Goldie convinced Uncle Tom to stop drinking.
(d) Aunt Goldie had an indoor bathroom.

3. What two types of people does Russell feel are forever disconnected?
(a) Parents and children.
(b) Cousins and second cousins.
(c) Sisters and brothers.
(d) First wives and second wives.

4. Where does Lucy Elizabeth finally find work?
(a) At a laundry for the A&P.
(b) At a government run soup kitchen.
(c) At a factory.
(d) At a schoolhouse.

5. Russell is shocked when Lucy decides to marry who?
(a) Mr. Simmons.
(b) Benjamin.
(c) Herb.
(d) Oluf.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who doesn't Uncle Hal get along with in the house?

2. As part of Morrisonville's ritual for death, what do the women do at Russell's house?

3. What is Russell's job with this company?

4. What color is Russell's new suit?

5. What picture has the landlady hung on her door?

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