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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 24-32.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who answers the door when Frank and Jake knock on the O'Keefes' door?
(a) Lise.
(b) Danny's mother.
(c) Ruth.
(d) Warren Redstone.

2. After Ruth insults Julia and the Brandts leave, Nathan asks Ruth if there is any way he can help her get rid of her anger. What is her reply?
(a) She says that he can stop telling her that everything will be okay.
(b) She says he can talk to his kids more often.
(c) She says he can pray for her since that is what he does best.
(d) She says that she thinks her anger will only increase with time no matter what he does.

3. When Frank sees Officer Doyle at the drugstore, Officer Doyle tells Frank that Warren Redstone is still the number one suspect in Ariel's murder. Who does he say is the number two suspect?
(a) Karl.
(b) Danny.
(c) Emil.
(d) Morris Engdahl.

4. What reason does Julie give for saying Emil's suicide attempt is fortunate?
(a) Because Emil will get the psychological help he obviously needs.
(b) Because Lise will have to move into an assisted care home and get the care she needs.
(c) Because Ariel and Karl still have each other around for comfort.
(d) Because Emil's attempt allows Ruth to feel like a savior.

5. Who is the only person able to console Ruth during her wait for information about Ariel?
(a) Nathan.
(b) Jake.
(c) Lise.
(d) Emil.

Short Answer Questions

1. What plan does Frank have in order to find out what is happening between Nathan and Ruth when Nathan goes to fetch her from Emil's house?

2. Why are Frank and Jake forced to squeeze in next to Karl when he takes them for a ride in his Triumph sports car?

3. What does Ruth tell Frank about God when they go on a walk to the river together?

4. What two words does Emil keep repeating once he returns home from the private hospital?

5. Why does Frank feel concerned about his father's ability to give his next sermon?

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