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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From what point of view is the novel told?
(a) First person.
(b) Third person omniscient.
(c) Third person limited.
(d) Second person.

2. In Chapter I, where does the narrator first run into Blue?
(a) Center St.
(b) Fifth Ave.
(c) Park Ave.
(d) Blue Blvd.

3. After Blue gave away his money, where does he live?
(a) Nowhere. He was homeless.
(b) In Washington D.C.
(c) With an old friend.
(d) In a lodging house.

4. Which of the following is not a reason to not live on a skyscraper roof?
(a) The airplanes.
(b) The elevators.
(c) The fog.
(d) The wind.

5. According to Stevens, what is Blue fond of?
(a) Band music.
(b) The public library.
(c) The military.
(d) Astronomy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does the narrator go after leaving Blue's apartment the last time in Chapter I?

2. Fill in the following quote from Chapter I: "Or perhaps his order was life and the world his _____________."

3. What word is on Blue's flag on the skyscraper roof?

4. What is Blue's response to Stevens saying the owner of the skyscraper would kick him off if he knew he was there?

5. In Chapter I, what advice does the narrator want to give Blue?

(see the answer key)

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