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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, The Purifying Ritual.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who comes to Coleman's funeral with an attendant, as Nathan notices from observation?
(a) Delphine.
(b) Lester.
(c) Coleman's mom.
(d) Faunia's dad.

2. Who does Lester want to share his fishing advice with, according to his conversation with Nathan?
(a) His wife.
(b) A son.
(c) His Vietnam buddy.
(d) Coleman.

3. ___________ admits regret in not backing Coleman up during his troubles when requested.
(a) Delphine.
(b) Michael.
(c) Lisa.
(d) Herb.

4. What did Coleman visit in Norfolk while he was in the military, causing him to be recognized for his heritage?
(a) Hospital.
(b) Whorehouse.
(c) Court.
(d) Library.

5. Coleman is convinced that the false accusations against him _________ his wife.
(a) Drove away.
(b) Annoyed.
(c) Soiled the good name of.
(d) Killed.

Short Answer Questions

1. Coleman and Iris married more out of convenience and companionship than out of _________.

2. What does Nathan think he needs to do once he finishes the book about Coleman?

3. Where does Nathan meet up with Lester on his way to see Ernestine?

4. Who does Nathan meet when he is at the funeral of Coleman, going back to their house to learn more?

5. Who is Coleman with when he runs into Steena six years after their first love affair?

(see the answer key)

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