A Death in the Family

by: James Agee

Plot Overview Quick Quiz

1 of 5
At the beginning of the novel, where are Rufus and his father going?

2 of 5
Jay considers the land on the other side of the ferry ride, across the river, to be ___.

3 of 5
Ralph realizes that no one respects him because he is ___.

4 of 5
What part of Jay’s car fails, causing his fatal accident?

5 of 5
Who does Rufus walk silently with at the end of the novel?

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