Crooked Letter, Crooked Letter Quiz

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Which of the following elements appearing for the first time in this section bears the closest potential relationship to the novel's thematic interest in how the truth has many layers? (from Chapters 1 - 2)

The zombie mask.

Larry's chickens.

The nickname of Silas' marijuana-dealing friend.

The card that Silas leaves with Irina.

Which of Silas' suspicions does Ina seem to confirm when she tells him what she knows about the photograph of Alice and Larry? (from Chapters 10 - 11)

That Carl was not Silas' father.

That Alice was Larry's real mother.

That Silas was adopted.

That Carl was Silas' father.

What is the most likely reason that Carl lets Larry borrow his rifle? (from Chapters 3 - 4)

Carl wants Larry to scare Alice away.

Carl wants Larry to go hunting for squirrels to have for dinner.

Carl wants Larry to shoot Cindy Walker.

Carl wants to see if Larry can become more of a "man" by handling a gun.

Which detail in this section relates to a previous incident in the novel, and why? (from Chapter 6)

Alice and Silas having their coats stolen: it suggests that they were stolen by Ina and returned to them when she found out Carl was giving them a ride.

The discovery of the marijuana cigarette end: it suggests that Larry had something to do with the death of Miss Voncille.

The discovery of the photograph: it explains why Larry was so angry at Silas that they fought.

Alice and Silas having their coats stolen: it explains why they didn't have any when Carl and Larry used to pick them up.

Why does Silas tell the Mayor and Voncille to read the paper before confirming his promotion? (from Chapters 17 - 19)

The article probably refers to the truth of what Silas and Larry helping to bury Tina's body: he thinks they may not want to promote him after that.

The article probably refers to the truth of what Silas did to Larry: he thinks they may not want to promote him after that.

The article probably refers to the truth of Silas' relationship with Angie: he thinks they may not want to promote him after that.

The article probably refers to the truth of Silas and Stringfellow being brothers: he thinks they may not want to promote him after that.