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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Tom's mother often made up stories about _____________.
(a) About the civil war heroes of the South.
(b) About the dreams of all living things.
(c) About the lives of their ancestors.
(d) About her husband's past.

3. Why does Henry light a candle at the statue of the Infant of Prague?
(a) For the Swiss family whose house was destroyed for haboring Henry.
(b) For the old priest who was hung for helping Henry.
(c) For the farm woman who was beaten for feeding Henry.
(d) For his family, whom Henry misses very much.

4. Which of the following images from the Prologue could serve as an analogy for Tom and Savannah's wondrous and nightmarish childhood?
(a) The yelping dogs.
(b) The pregnant cows.
(c) The dying whale.
(d) The injured colt.

5. Which of the following characters dies during the storm?
(a) Amos.
(b) Esther.
(c) Lila.
(d) Sarah.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Luke feel about New York City?

2. Tom describes his father as a ________.

3. What does Tom promise to tell Dr. Lowenstein during dinner?

4. What is the name of Tom's wife?

5. How does Tom characterize himself in relation to the other Wingo children?

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