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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Malamud portray the character of Roy?
(a) As the symbol of a god.
(b) As the symbol of degradation.
(c) As the symbol of baseball heroes of all time.
(d) As the symbol of the desert of American wealth and ambition.

2. What does the author tell us about Roy's declaration to become the best ball player ever?
(a) It probably will come true.
(b) It might bring misfortune.
(c) It will make Memo love him.
(d) It can't come true because Roy is benched.

3. What does Gus brag to Roy about when they are talking in Memo's motel room?
(a) He brags about how good he is at gambling.
(b) He brags about his prowess as a ball player.
(c) He brags about how he takes advantage of people.
(d) He brags about how much money he has.

4. How does Roy feel about his life after earning the $35 thousand?
(a) He thinks he will now get Memo and all will be well.
(b) He is thrilled that he can now buy his farm.
(c) He is sickened about what he did and feels lonely even in public places.
(d) He realizes that Iris is the one he wants.

5. What characteristics does Roy give to age?
(a) Achievement of success and wealth.
(b) The end of his baseball career.
(c) Loss of beauty, life, success, and wealth.
(d) Wisdom and honor.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens when Pop lets Roy pitch in Bump's place?

2. What does Roy do to impress Memo and make some money?

3. What does Roy hope will happen to him after he agrees to throw the game?

4. What does Memo do with The Judge's gun when Roy gets it away from The Judge?

5. Where does Roy travel from when he heads to the Chicago Cubs to try out?

(see the answer key)

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