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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Abstracts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did the Fire Chief stand outside by the door for a long time before ringing the bell?
(a) He was humming.
(b) He was thinking.
(c) He was talking to Mary.
(d) He was looking for a fire.

2. According to the Fire Chief, who puts out the Vicar's fires?
(a) The Almighty.
(b) Vestal virgins.
(c) Angels.
(d) The vicar can not have any fires.

3. When did Bobby Watson die?
(a) Two months before the time in which the play is set.
(b) He is scheduled to die next Tuesday.
(c) Two years before the time in which the play is set.
(d) The day before yesterday.

4. According to Mr. Smith, what will happen if one caresses a circle?
(a) It will melt.
(b) It will turn vicious.
(c) Nothing.
(d) One might face a vicious lawsuit in the morning.

5. Why is Mr. Smith angry when he meets the Martins?
(a) Mr. Martin is wearing his suit.
(b) He was not expecting visitors.
(c) He is hungry and has been waiting for them to arrive.
(d) He thinks the Martins have already eaten.

Short Answer Questions

1. What observation does Mr. Smith make about Bobby Watson's corpse?

2. Why does Mr. Smith refuse to follow the advice he is given by the Fire Chief?

3. What observation does Mr. Smith make about the human heart?

4. According to Mrs. Smith, what other position does a Fire Chief hold?

5. What is Mr. Martin's first name?

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