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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 493-564.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "The Resemblance Between a Violin Case and a Coffin," who is the boy's best friend?
(a) Richard.
(b) William.
(c) His sister.
(d) His mother.

2. In "The Resemblance Between a Violin Case and a Coffin," what instrument does the sister play?
(a) Guitar.
(b) Oboe.
(c) Piano.
(d) Violin.

3. In "My Dead Brother Comes to America," what has the father gotten for all the children?
(a) A new puppy.
(b) Candy.
(c) New hats and clothes.
(d) Savings bonds.

4. In "The Country Husband" Francis responds rudely to a neighbor. What was she trying to talk to him about?
(a) Curtains.
(b) Hair tonic.
(c) Car troubles.
(d) Cake recipes.

5. In "Christmas Gift" the boy is looking for __________.
(a) The doctor.
(b) The storekeeper.
(c) A priest.
(d) His father.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Christmas Gift" who gives the boy directions?

2. In "A City of Churches" what religion does the whole town practice?

3. In "A City of Churches" what does Cecilia say she will dream about?

4. In "The Key" whom has Bessie written letters to for help?

5. Who wrote "The Key"?

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