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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What can Jamie see in Granda's eyes on Christmas night?
(a) Anger.
(b) Fear.
(c) Joy.
(d) Anticipation.

2. When does Granda die?
(a) New Year's Eve.
(b) Christmas Eve.
(c) The day after Christmas.
(d) Christmas Day.

3. What does Jamie secretly take the train to watch?
(a) A ribbon cutting of a competitor's hotel.
(b) A cornerstone ceremony.
(c) A burlesque show.
(d) The demolition of Granda's buildings.

4. What is the priest's eulogy able to do?
(a) Console the mourners.
(b) Calm Jamie's nerves.
(c) Clear Granda's name of the misappropriation accusations.
(d) Stir up more grief for Gran.

5. On what matter did Jamie's wishes overrule Karen's?
(a) An abortion.
(b) Their apartment.
(c) Getting a dog.
(d) Buying a new car.

Short Answer Questions

1. What becomes an important element throughout Jamie's life?

2. What is Fergus McCluskey in charge of?

3. After talking to Karen, what does Jamie determine?

4. How does Gran feel about all the accusations about Granda?

5. Beside whose grave is Granda buried?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does the author reintroduce the elements of orderliness and tidiness regarding Jamie's life?

2. What does Gran say about the accusations lodged at Grandpa Hugh?

3. When does Granda Hugh die and how do Gran and Jamie react?

4. Describe the day that Jamie takes Granda Hugh out to the pubs.

5. What does Jamie's meeting with his mother signify for him?

6. How does Jamie pass the time at his grandparents' home?

7. What is the opinion of Granda Hugh regarding the accusations from those who know him well?

8. What event precipitates Jamie's contacting his estranged mother?

9. In what context is Granda Hugh eulogized as "Mr. Housing?"

10. What emotional event does Jamie witness regarding Granda Hugh's work?

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