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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does J. claim people finally get used to being on a ship?
(a) Right before the trip is over.
(b) After 24 hours.
(c) It depends on if they are a man or a woman.
(d) Never.

2. The three main characters decide they need a break for __________.
(a) One month.
(b) Three days
(c) One week.
(d) Ten days.

3. In the first chapter, who admits that he is something of a hypochondriac?
(a) J.
(b) The narrator.
(c) Harris.
(d) George.

4. What do the men do to celebrate coming to a compromise about their sleeping arrangements?
(a) Smoke a fancy cigar.
(b) Go out for a drink.
(c) Have custom tents made.
(d) Give each other a pat on the back.

5. Where do the men decide they will wash their clothes?
(a) They bring enough clothes so they don't have to wash any.
(b) In the river.
(c) At a private house.
(d) At a laundromat.

Short Answer Questions

1. What example is given of a simple project Uncle Podger would undertake?

2. Who does not think the river trip is a fine idea?

3. What is Harris's full name?

4. Who is the narrator of "Three Men in a Boat"?

5. In what year was "Three Men in a Boat" published?

(see the answer key)

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