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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Parts 1-2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Kate feel angry that she is on the bus?
(a) She thinks she is too young to die.
(b) She normally does not drive this bus route.
(c) She was supposed to go to the beach today.
(d) She thinks the hijackers have some nerve taking over the bus.

2. In what time period is the novel set?
(a) 1980s.
(b) 1970s.
(c) 1950s.
(d) 1960s.

3. At what age was Miro expected to die?
(a) 18 years old.
(b) 20 years old.
(c) 10 years old.
(d) 15 years old.

4. What does Miro and Artkin's relationship resemble?
(a) Lovers.
(b) An uncle and nephew.
(c) That of a father and son.
(d) Two very close friends.

5. What does Ben Marchand seem to carry around with him?
(a) Wanting to be accepted by everyone.
(b) A longing for love.
(c) Guilt about something.
(d) Finding a place for him to fit in.

Short Answer Questions

1. Early in the morning what does Miro wait for?

2. Why does Miro think it is right for him to commit murder?

3. To what group does his father belong?

4. Why is Miro surprised when he meets the driver?

5. In the Seventies, what was a common occurrence in America?

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