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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book One: Chapter 1 - 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book One: Chapter 3, what does Liucy say about William's approach to fixing things?
(a) He believes everything can be fixed.
(b) He is unable to fix the narrator's grief.
(c) He enjoys fixing things.
(d) He is skilled at fixing things.

2. In Book One: Chapter 3, what decision does William mention regarding his career?
(a) He wants to change careers.
(b) He is uncertain about his future plans.
(c) He plans to retire soon.
(d) He will continue working remotely.

3. In Book One: Chapter 2, what is Lucy's experience with food growing up?
(a) She has limited options and lacks seasonings.
(b) She enjoyes cooking.
(c) She has access to gourmet dishes.
(d) Her family has a variety of meals.

4. In Book One: Chapter 3, why is Lucy unable to concentrate on reading?
(a) The surroundings are too distracting.
(b) Her grief affects her ability to focus.
(c) Her grief affects her ability to focus.
(d) She dislikes the books available to her.

5. In Book One: Chapter 1, why does Lucy have difficulty looking at the television news?
(a) Feeling of distance.
(b) Unreliable reporting.
(c) Overwhelmed by the images.
(d) Fear of being lied to.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book One: Chapter 1, when Lucy calls Becka, how does she sound?

2. In Book One: Chapter 1, what prompts William to shave off his mustache and cut his hair short?

3. In Book One: Chapter 3, why is the second year of widowhood often considered worse than the first?

4. In Book One: Chapter 3, why does Lucy feel dislocated in Maine?

5. In Book One: Chapter 2, how does Lucy feel about her sister and niece working in a nursing home?

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