A Basic Trivia On The Novel As I Lay Dying!

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1.

Who builds Addie's coffin?
- A.
  
  Daryl
- B.
  
  Jewel
- C.
  
  Anse
- D.
  
  Cash
Correct Answer
D. Cash

Explanation
Cash builds Addie's coffin.

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2.

Why does Cora sit by Addie's deathbed?
- A.
  
  Cora's husband told her to do so
- B.
  
  This is a favor she is doing for the family
- C.
  
  She thinks it is her Christian duty
- D.
  
  They are best friends
Correct Answer
C. She thinks it is her Christian duty

Explanation
Cora sits by Addie's deathbed because she believes it is her Christian duty. This suggests that Cora is a religious person who feels a moral obligation to provide comfort and support to those who are dying. It implies that her actions are motivated by her faith and a desire to fulfill her religious responsibilities, rather than personal or social reasons such as being asked by her husband or being best friends with Addie.

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3.

Where does Addie want to be buried?
- A.
  
  Jefferson
- B.
  
  The Bundren's family plot
- C.
  
  Jackson
- D.
  
  Kentucky
Correct Answer
A. Jefferson

Explanation
Addie wants to be buried in Jefferson. This is evident from the fact that her family embarks on a long and arduous journey to fulfill her dying wish of being laid to rest in Jefferson. The entire novel, "As I Lay Dying" by William Faulkner, revolves around the Bundren family's journey to Jefferson to bury Addie. Therefore, Jefferson is the correct answer.

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4.

Who is the father of Dewey-Dell's baby?
- A.
  
  The Gillespie boy
- B.
  
  Mr. Peabody
- C.
  
  Lafe
- D.
  
  One of her Uncles
Correct Answer
C. Lafe

Explanation
Lafe is the father of Dewey-Dell's baby.

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5.

What does Anse think about after Addie dies?
- A.
  
  He should have told her how much he loved her
- B.
  
  He thinks about how hard it will be on Dewey-Dell
- C.
  
  He thinks about how long it will take him to get a new wife
- D.
  
  He thinks about getting a new set of teeth
Correct Answer
D. He thinks about getting a new set of teeth

Explanation
After Addie dies, Anse thinks about getting a new set of teeth. This suggests that Anse is more concerned about his physical appearance and his own needs rather than grieving the loss of his wife. It implies that he lacks emotional depth and is self-centered. This behavior may be seen as insensitive and disrespectful towards Addie's memory.

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6.

What does Cora think of the Bundrens?
- A.
  
  That even though they are poor, they are a close family
- B.
  
  That they will miss Addie
- C.
  
  That they are selfish and don't really care about their mother
- D.
  
  That they are doing their best to follow her wishes
Correct Answer
D. That they are doing their best to follow her wishes

Explanation
Cora thinks that the Bundrens are doing their best to follow their mother's wishes. This implies that Cora believes that the Bundrens are making an effort to fulfill their mother's desires and are acting in accordance with her wishes. It suggests that Cora sees the Bundrens as a responsible and caring family, despite their financial struggles.

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7.

Which child does Addie favor?
- A.
  
  Cash
- B.
  
  Jewel
- C.
  
  Vardaman
- D.
  
  Dewey-dell
Correct Answer
B. Jewel

Explanation
Addie favors Jewel because throughout the novel "As I Lay Dying" by William Faulkner, Addie shows a special bond with Jewel. She describes him as her "cross" and her "sin," suggesting a deep connection between them. Jewel is also the only child who is not born out of wedlock, which could explain why Addie favors him. Additionally, Jewel's actions and sacrifices for his mother, such as risking his life to save her coffin from a flood, further emphasize the special relationship between them.

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8.

Who loves Addie the most?
- A.
  
  Vardaman
- B.
  
  Anse
- C.
  
  Jewel
- D.
  
  Daryl
Correct Answer
D. Daryl
9.

Dewey-Dell wants to have her baby, regardless of what her brothers and father think about it.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Dewey-Dell does not want to have her baby regardless of what her brothers and father think about it. The statement suggests that she may be considering their opinions and may be influenced by them in her decision-making process. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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10.

Jewel and Daryl return home from their trip to make three dollars for her funeral just before Addie dies.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The given statement suggests that Jewel and Daryl returned home from their trip just before Addie dies in order to make three dollars for her funeral. However, there is no information provided in the statement about Addie's death or their purpose for returning home. Therefore, the statement cannot be determined as true and the correct answer is false.

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A Basic Trivia On The Novel As I Lay Dying!

Who builds Addie's coffin?

Why does Cora sit by Addie's deathbed?

Where does Addie want to be buried?

Who is the father of Dewey-Dell's baby?

What does Anse think about after Addie dies?

What does Cora think of the Bundrens?

Which child does Addie favor?

Who loves Addie the most?

Dewey-Dell wants to have her baby, regardless of what her brothers and father think about it.

Jewel and Daryl return home from their trip to make three dollars for her funeral just before Addie dies.