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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 5: p. 49-60.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Now that Eric is gone, what does Nicholas say there is in the world now, on page 33?
(a) A lack of faith.
(b) A lack of peace.
(c) A hole.
(d) A darkness.

2. For how many seconds did Nicholas feel the peace of resignation after learning of Eric's death?
(a) 5 seconds.
(b) 2 seconds.
(c) 10 seconds.
(d) 3 seconds.

3. What does a voice say when Nicholas becomes fearful in the dream he mentions on page 50?
(a) Don't worry.
(b) Have faith.
(c) Be still.
(d) Don't fear.

4. What became Eric's major?
(a) Mathematics.
(b) Science.
(c) Art history.
(d) Computer science.

5. In what month did Eric die?
(a) July.
(b) June.
(c) May.
(d) April.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Nicholas experience after his brief moment of resignation?

2. What does Nicholas want someone to do if he thoughtlessly says that he is "Fine" or "OK"?

3. What instruments were played at the funeral?

4. Who does Nicholas say looks neither behind nor ahead because her humanity is just beginning?

5. What mountain did Eric plan to climb later that summer?

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