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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Violent Bear it Away.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On his first night back at home, where does Motes sleep?
(a) In the bedroom.
(b) In the basement.
(c) In the kitchen.
(d) In the bathroom.

2. What does Rayber say to the innkeeper that deeply annoys Francis?
(a) That Francis is an orphan.
(b) That Francis is a prophet.
(c) That Francis is a world class fisherman.
(d) That Francis is his son.

3. How does Hazel Motes travel home after his stint in the military?
(a) By boat.
(b) By airplane.
(c) By train.
(d) By taxi.

4. When Francis leaves the woods for the last time, what does he promise himself that he will do with his life?
(a) Become a father.
(b) Become an astronaut.
(c) Become a prophet.
(d) Become a school teacher.

5. Which of the following descriptions of the man who attacks Francis in the woods is NOT true?
(a) He drinks whiskey.
(b) He drives a lavender-colored car.
(c) He doesn't wear shoes.
(d) He wears a Panama hat.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following characters believed himself to be a prophet at some point in his life?

2. How is Sabbath related to Asa?

3. How old is Francis when Mason Tarwater dies?

4. What type of car does Motes buy in Taulkinham?

5. What emotion is Rayber overcome with when he stoops down to tie Bishop's shoelaces at the Science Museum?

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