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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What famous reporter has <i>The Daily Beast</i> recently lost to a competitor?
(a) Corker.
(b) Boot.
(c) Jakes.
(d) Hitchcock.

2. To what country does <i>The Daily Beast</i> want William Boot to travel?
(a) Ishmaelia.
(b) America.
(c) Iceland.
(d) France.

3. William's heart is described as rising with the plane the first time he takes off. To what is this compared?
(a) Swanlike.
(b) Larklike.
(c) Fearfully.
(d) Hawklike.

4. What word describes William Boot's opinion of his visits to London?
(a) Horrifying.
(b) Glorious.
(c) Thrilling.
(d) Boring.

5. What was Mr. Salter's most recent previous position with <i>The Daily Beast</i>?
(a) Editor of the Domestic News.
(b) Trade reporter.
(c) Editor of the Women's Page.
(d) Assistant editor of the Financial Section.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the last two items William adds to his kit from the equipment emporium?

2. How does Josephine Stitch always greet John Boot?

3. What is the new word which Josephine learns and uses to describe many things to John Boot?

4. To what street is William suddenly whisked off to in a taxi in order to cover a story regarding Mrs. Stitch?

5. For how long has Mrs. Stitch been stranded in her car when William arrives?

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