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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why are Tom and Luke awakened in the middle of the night while visiting Savannah in New York in Chapter Two?
(a) Lila phones them with urgent news about a family emergency.
(b) Savannah is in the throes of a psychotic spell.
(c) Luke is crying out from a terrible nightmare.
(d) Tom's wife has called with a tearful confession.

2. Which of the following does Tom NOT call attention to during his formative years?
(a) Running for local office.
(b) Defending black equality.
(c) Opposing the war.
(d) Being a cadet in ROTC.

3. What is the name of Tom's sister?
(a) Susan.
(b) Rose.
(c) Lila.
(d) Savannah.

4. What does Tom read in the waiting room of Dr. Lowenstein's office?
(a) A magazine about childhood emotional disorders.
(b) A book of paintings reminiscent of his own childhood.
(c) A book of Savannah's poetry.
(d) A diploma of Dr. Lowenstein's hanging on the wall.

5. How would you characterize Tom's initial behavior towards Dr. Lowenstein?
(a) He is candid and revealing.
(b) He is profane and defensive.
(c) He is warm and receptive.
(d) He is flirtatious and charismatic.

Short Answer Questions

1. Tom's mother often made up stories about _____________.

2. Which of the following images from the Prologue could serve as an analogy for Tom and Savannah's wondrous and nightmarish childhood?

3. Why is the old German priest guilt-ridden?

4. Why do Tom and Luke travel to New York City?

5. Whose phone call disrupts the harmony of the opening scene?

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