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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: Chapter 3, The Sleeping Volcano.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do Ed Rice and Bob Lax work on in Olean?
(a) They both write novels.
(b) They write church history.
(c) They both write autobiographies.
(d) They work on newspaper articles.

2. What connection did Uncle Ben have with Durston House?
(a) He had been headmaster there.
(b) He was a teacher there.
(c) He went to school there.
(d) He played on its cricket team.

3. Why does Merton go to Friendship House often?
(a) He wants to be useful as a layperson.
(b) He needs the support of those who really loved Christ.
(c) He wants recognition for his work.
(d) He needs to be around women.

4. Which saint becomes important to Merton when he receives the Baronness' advice?
(a) St. Brigid of Ireland.
(b) St. Mary of Gethsemani.
(c) St. Catherine of Siena.
(d) St. Therese of Lisieux.

5. What was the name of the school Merton attended in 1929?
(a) Oakham.
(b) Durston House.
(c) The Lycee.
(d) Ripley Court.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Baroness tell Merton when he questions his spiritual path and calling?

2. What did Merton and his friends grow in Olean?

3. Where did Merton's father receive medical treatment for his cancer?

4. What important event occurs while Merton is in Olean?

5. What is Merton's role at Friendship House?

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