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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. For what does William's companion on the train thank William?
(a) For the use of his lighter.
(b) For allowing him on his plane.
(c) For conversing with him.
(d) For shooing off the Swiss waiter.

3. From what country does the supposed spy uncovered by Shumble reportedly come?
(a) France.
(b) Italy.
(c) Germany.
(d) Russia.

4. Which Roman author is Josephine reading on John Boot's arrival?
(a) Tacitus.
(b) Marcus Aurelius.
(c) Virgil.
(d) Livy.

5. Why is William perplexed by the telegram he receives from <i>The Daily Beast</i> while at Aden?
(a) The telegram tells him to return to London.
(b) He cannot understand the lingo.
(c) The text of the telegram is garbled.
(d) The telegram is addressed to John Boot.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Smiles, the Fascist leader, escape after stealing German money?

2. What time of day does John Boot visit the Stitch residence?

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

4. With what sort of art is Corker infatuated?

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

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