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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Willa say she and her husband are going to meet their grandchild in Chapter 1?
(a) Baltimore.
(b) Boston.
(c) Seattle.
(d) Cleveland.

2. Whose family is described in Chapter 11 as "a big, loyal household of parentless siblings holding it all together" (290)?
(a) Peter's.
(b) Jorge's.
(c) Emma's.
(d) Iano's.

3. What color is Gwen's hair described as in Chapter 9?
(a) Magenta.
(b) Black.
(c) Fuchsia.
(d) White.

4. Who is the janitor that announces someone has been shot in the beginning of Chapter 14?
(a) Mr. Goby.
(b) Mr. Nailburne.
(c) Mr. Brindle.
(d) Mr. Jackman.

5. In the conclusion of Chapter 16, the author references the title of the novel in stating, "Without shelter, we stand in" what (426)?
(a) "Truth."
(b) "Purity."
(c) "Daylight."
(d) "Danger."

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Rose's mother?

2. Where has Dr. Treat been rumored to have run off with a woman in Chapter 2?

3. Why does Nick say New Jersey was a hotspot for making glass after the war?

4. Why does Gwen say she came to Willa and Iano's home in Chapter 9?

5. What characteristic does Polly feel disappointed that the president exuded during his visit in Chapter 6?

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