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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Children of Silence, Chapters 11, 12 and 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mrs. Wendall react to the barn fire?
(a) She faints when she sees it.
(b) She assumes that it was a lightning strike.
(c) She whips the perpetrator with a stick.
(d) She is pleased to get the insurance money.

2. Where is Howard living, after the war?
(a) In Detroit, with Loretta.
(b) At home with his mother.
(c) With another relative.
(d) On the streets.

3. How does Maureen feel about her parents?
(a) She admires them for their hard work.
(b) She hates them for keeping the family mired in poverty.
(c) She loves them, and is happy at home.
(d) She loves them, and pities them.

4. Why is Howard fired from his job?
(a) Chronic tardiness.
(b) The company was sold.
(c) Corrupt behavior.
(d) Poor attendance.

5. Who is Howard Wendall?
(a) A police officer.
(b) A doctor.
(c) A chef.
(d) A lawyer.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jules focus on after his father's death?

2. Who is Bernie Malin?

3. Where is Mrs. Wendall living?

4. What happens to Maureen's notebook?

5. How does Loretta feel about Howard's absence?

(see the answer key)

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