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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Death in the Family.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why doesn't Mrs. Morel accept an apology from Mr. Morel?
(a) She wants him to feel bad about everything he's done.
(b) She doesn't accept apologies from anybody.
(c) She wants to get a divorce.
(d) She knows he will behave badly again.

2. What item does Paul exhibit violent behavior on?
(a) A family pet.
(b) His father.
(c) A doll.
(d) A book.

3. What is Annie's job?
(a) Teacher.
(b) Receptionist.
(c) Clerk.
(d) Typist.

4. Where does Mr. Morel begin to spend more time to avoid Mrs. Morel?
(a) Church.
(b) A friend's house.
(c) The pub.
(d) The bathroom.

5. In the beginning, what year does the novel take place?
(a) 1830.
(b) 1895.
(c) 1885.
(d) 1905.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mr. Morel "defile" William?

2. When the novel begins, how long have the Morels been married?

3. Where does William go when he is offered a job?

4. What keeps the family from starving when Mr. Morel is sick?

5. Who does Mrs. Morel dote on the least?

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