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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, The Little Lord Jesus.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Owen respond to the news that his parents are aware of his Christmas responsibilities?
(a) He is apathetic.
(b) He is upset.
(c) He is excited.
(d) He is furious.

2. Who comes to visit Dan Needham and Johnny over the Christmas holiday?
(a) Harry Hoyt.
(b) Hester.
(c) Owen.
(d) Aunt Martha.

3. Fill in the blank to the children's playtime chant: "Last one _____ has to kiss Hester the Molester!"
(a) In the lake.
(b) In the car.
(c) To the tree.
(d) To the house.

4. Who is Lydia?
(a) Johnny's neighbor.
(b) The Meany's housekeeper.
(c) Johnny's cousin.
(d) The Wheelwright's housekeeper.

5. How do the Meanys respond to the news of Owen's Christmas responsibilities?
(a) They are furious.
(b) They are impressed.
(c) They are apathetic.
(d) They are saddened.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the mother, whose son is killed in the Vietnam war, say about those who protest the war?

2. Fill in the blank: In the first paragraph of the novel, Johnny says, "I am a ____ because of Owen Meany."

3. What is heard in the background of Ms. Wheelwright's funeral?

4. Who does the person praying at the grave believe is speaking to them?

5. What does Owen think that the turtledoves in the Christmas pageant look like?

(see the answer key)

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