The Dogs of Littlefield Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

When the novel begins, what is the major source of contention in Littlefield? (from Chapters 1 – 5)

A leash-less dog policy for the park.

A zoning law regarding the general business district.

A motion on whether to paint the cast-iron lampoosts black or deep green.

Coyotes.

2.

Why has Clarice decided to come to Littlefield? (from Chapters 6 – 10)

Essentially, to determine whether politic leanings plays a part in human happiness.

Essentially, to study a nearly all-white community while she is on vacation.

Essentially, to construct a model for a version of utopia she can have her students attempt.

Essentially, to study happiness in one of the best places to live in the country.

3.

What is so disturbing to LIttlefield about the pond incident with Julia? (from Chapters 11 – 15)

It has cost the city considerable money to deal with the situation.

This sort of thing does not happen in Littlefield.

Everyone loves Julia, and does not want any harm to come to her.

Nobody knows who Julia is until she almost dies.

4.

Why does Margaret resume her affair with George? (from Chapters 16 – 20)

Anger.

Loneliness.

Lust.

Boredom.

5.

Why is the death of Boris so terrifying to everyone in town? (from Chapters 6 – 10)

Boris is killed on a public street in broad view of eveyrone around.

Boris is ripped to shreds in his owner's backyard.

Boris is kidnapped but found safely in a tree three hours later.

Boris is killed by being drowned in his owner's pool.

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