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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14, Death of the Old Man through Chapter 19, Kansas to Missouri.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As a former ranger, what does Henry speak to groups about?
(a) The history of the land.
(b) The fragility of the ecosystem.
(c) Evolution.
(d) Wildlife.

2. What does the thing Henry smells remind him of?
(a) Elaine.
(b) His mistress.
(c) His second marriage.
(d) His youth.

3. What is Myra's response to the building she and Henry arrive at?
(a) Accepting.
(b) Uninterested.
(c) Delighted.
(d) Furious.

4. What does Will despise when he returns home?
(a) The clear-cuttings.
(b) The coal strip.
(c) The roads.
(d) The strip malls.

5. What does Henry do when he wakes up after Elaine leaves him?
(a) Call Melanie.
(b) Play the piano.
(c) Call his brother.
(d) Call Elaine.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Henry and Myra do when he gets to New York?

2. Who is Don Williams?

3. Why is Henry punished with nightly drills?

4. When is Henry let go from his job?

5. What does Henry tell Myra about the fact that amenities are missing in the building?

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