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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapter 2, Our Lady of the Museums.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Merton view his childhood?
(a) He felt it was odd.
(b) He thought it was like everyone else's.
(c) He worried about having a home.
(d) He hated living in Europe.

2. How does Merton describe his parents?
(a) They were uncaring people who left him with strangers.
(b) They were focused on wealth and social status.
(c) They disliked one another and planned to divorce.
(d) They were independent and free of small prejudices.

3. Why does Merton go to class with the younger French children?
(a) He teaches them American games.
(b) He must learn the French language.
(c) He needs to change his attitude.
(d) He disciplines them.

4. With whom does Merton stay in England?
(a) He stays with his Aunt Maude and Uncle Ben.
(b) He lives with his father and brother.
(c) He boards at his school.
(d) He lives with his grandparents.

5. Why does Owen Merton travel so frequently?
(a) He is a traveling salesman.
(b) He paints landscapes all over the world.
(c) He is looking for a job.
(d) He visits relatives.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the "sign of the Water Bearer"?

2. What did Pop do that embarrassed Merton?

3. When was Merton's brother born?

4. When was Thomas Merton born?

5. What was his father building in St. Antonin?

(see the answer key)

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