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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Preface to The Child Runs Deep in Filidor.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the narrator, what are all writers dependent on above all else?
(a) Truth.
(b) Talent.
(c) Audience.
(d) Inspiration.

2. Through which of his body parts does Kneadus think Syphon's innocence can be ruined?
(a) Through his hands.
(b) Through his ears.
(c) Through his lungs.
(d) Through his eyes.

3. How does Syphon rally his men when they seem to dwindle in the schoolyard fight?
(a) He sings to them.
(b) He ignores them.
(c) He screams curses at them.
(d) He threatens them.

4. Which of the following nicknames does Dr. Pimko give to Joey?
(a) Little Fishie.
(b) Little Bunny.
(c) Little Puppy.
(d) Little Chickie.

5. After experiencing the dream in which the apparition waves to him, what does Joey feel most inspired to do when he wakes up?
(a) Write.
(b) Eat.
(c) Draw.
(d) Sleep.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the professor who is known as "Anti-Filidor's" real last name?

2. What grade does the teacher give to all the students to translate languages?

3. Where does Pimko hide while taking notes on the children while they play at the playground?

4. What physical change does Joey feel in his body as he is speaking with Dr. Pimko?

5. Which of the following metaphors does the narrator use to describe the way a novel is constructed?

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