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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Paragraphs 15-22 (Page 3).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Jonathan feel about having his bicycle again in such a condition?
(a) Sad.
(b) Upset.
(c) Angry.
(d) Amazed.

2. How long is a fortnight?
(a) 14 days.
(b) 10 days.
(c) 3 weeks.
(d) 21 days.

3. How many times did the thief knock before making a demand?
(a) Several times.
(b) Three times.
(c) Once.
(d) Twice.

4. What condition were the clothes of the person requesting Jonathan's bicycle?
(a) Overly large.
(b) Too tight.
(c) In rags.
(d) New.

5. How had Jonathan originally planned to use the money needed to buy back the bicycle?
(a) To buy another bicycle.
(b) To pay taxes.
(c) To buy firewood.
(d) To buy food.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Jonathan put his money as soon as his hand closed around it?

2. How did Jonathan accumulate this "pile"?

3. After this demand what does the thief do?

4. Who picked mangoes?

5. What is the government name for the money Jonathan was given after waiting in line?

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