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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is one reason Mr. Verloc is unconcerned when he leaves his shop in the care of someone else?
(a) The shop draws little business.
(b) The shop is left with a friend who is a retired jeweler.
(c) Stevie is totally reliable.
(d) Mr. Verloc can be easily reached if necessary.

2. Which phrase best describes Winnie?
(a) A shiftless, indolent soul.
(b) A tireless, caring person.
(c) A lazy, shy individual.
(d) A self-centered, hard-working woman.

3. What goal does Mr. Vladimir hope to achieve?
(a) An event that will excite London's middle class.
(b) An event that will excite Paris's middle class.
(c) An event that will excite London's lower working class.
(d) An event that will excite London's privileged upper class.

4. Where is Mr. Verloc's shop located?
(a) Toward the front of his large, stone home.
(b) In a shop one block from his brick home.
(c) Toward the front of his small, brick home.
(d) It covers the entire first floor of his frame home.

5. What is Mr. Verloc's response to his first contact with Mr. Vladimir?
(a) He could not care less.
(b) He is only slightly concerned.
(c) He is quite troubled.
(d) He is quite pleased.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Mr. Verloc's usual schedule?

2. Who is Mr. Wurmt?

3. Where did Mr. Verloc live before he got married?

4. Who is the spy named in the title of The Secret Agent?

5. Whom does this story center on?

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