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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. Which of the following characters shouted these words: "The prophet I raise up out of this boy will burn your eyes clean!" ?
(a) Bernice Bishop.
(b) Mason Tarwater.
(c) Francis Tarwater.
(d) George Rayber.

2. How long did Mason Tarwater spend in the mental institution before his release?
(a) 16 years.
(b) 2 years.
(c) 8 years.
(d) 4 years.

3. Where is Motes' body found by two policemen shortly before his death?
(a) In a ditch.
(b) In the cemetary.
(c) Under a bridge.
(d) In the river.

4. Which of his mother's possessions did Motes bring with him when he joined the military?
(a) Her glasses.
(b) Her diary.
(c) Her wedding ring.
(d) Her handkerchief.

5. Which of the following adjectives best describes the sleeping berth where Motes sleeps on his way home from the military?
(a) Claustrophobic.
(b) Crowded.
(c) Comfortable.
(d) Cold.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of bushes completely overtook Mason's house and yard?

2. What does Emory do with his own clothes while he is wearing the Gonga outfit?

3. Where did Mason Tarwater die?

4. Why did Mason kidnap Francis?

5. What is the name of the church that Motes preaches for?

(see the answer key)

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