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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does McCarthy, rather than Frank, go to Childan's shop to market their jewelry?
(a) Childan is a childhood friend.
(b) Childan might recognize Frank.
(c) Frank is busy producing more.
(d) McCarthy is more sociable.

2. At the start of Chapter 10, what is Baynes's thinking his private meeting in Tagomi's office could mean for him?
(a) Imprisonment and probable death.
(b) Success and great wealth.
(c) Exile and public shame.
(d) Fame and government promotion.

3. How does the discussion between Joe and Juliana, inspired by Abendsen's novel, leave Juliana feeling?
(a) Uneasy.
(b) Discouraged.
(c) Hopeful.
(d) Joyous.

4. What does Chapter 9 reveal about how the earlier incident at Childan's store has left him feeling?
(a) Fearful of being alone.
(b) Disillusioned with public officials.
(c) Questioning personal and business decisions.
(d) Seeking new business contacts.

5. What word would sum up Frank's opinion of McCarthy?
(a) Amusement.
(b) Respect.
(c) Jealousy.
(d) Distrust.

Short Answer Questions

1. What image set forth in The Grasshopper Lies Heavy seems to upset Joe the most?

2. What does the author use to establish the relationship between Frank and McCarthy, his foreman?

3. How would you describe the feelings attached to Juliana's and Joe's memories of "living under the Nazis"?

4. In Chapter 6, Tagomi is now convinced that Baynes really is ___________.

5. At the start of Chapter 6, Juliana attributes the healthier appearance of the Germans as depicted in a magazine article as proof of _____________.

(see the answer key)

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