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1. Who is Alex Leamas?

A British secret agent.

2. Who is Elvira?

Karl Riemeck's girlfriend and employee.

3. In what time period is this novel taking place?

1960's era Cold War.

4. How does Elvira cross the German border?

In a car.

5. How does Karl try to cross the German border?

On a bike.

6. What happens to Karl in the first chapter?

He is shot.

7. Who are the Vopos?

German border guards.

8. Who are the British allied with?

West Germany.

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