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The Natural Quiz

Bernard Malamud
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The Natural Quiz

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1)

What is the Judge's plans for the Knights? (from Chapter 4)

He wants to sell the team to Roy, but Roy doesn't have the money to buy it.
He wants to fire Pop and gain ownership.
He wants to promote Roy as his best player.
He wants to make the Knights a household word.
2)

How does Roy feel about his life after earning the $35 thousand? (from Chapter 11)

He realizes that Iris is the one he wants.
He is sickened about what he did and feels lonely even in public places.
He thinks he will now get Memo and all will be well.
He is thrilled that he can now buy his farm.
3)

What does Max Mercy find out about Roy at the beginning of Chapter 5? (from Chapter 5)

That he loves Memo.
That he was denied a raise.
That he really doesn't like baseball, but wants to make a name for himself.
That he is responsible for Bump's death.
4)

What does Memo's reaction to Bump's death tell the reader, given her lack of relationship with him? (from Chapter 4)

It shows she really loved Roy all along.
It shows she cannot form stable relationships.
It shows she didn't care much for Bump.
It shows she loved Bump, but quickly forgot him.
5)

What does the author tell us about Roy's declaration to become the best ball player ever? (from Chapter 5)

It will make Memo love him.
It can't come true because Roy is benched.
It probably will come true.
It might bring misfortune.
6)

How do the coaches and players deal with the teams slump? (from Chapter 6)

The coaches work with the players to get them playing better.
They do some locker room cheers to get in a better mood.
The coaches yell at the players to try and get them to play better.
They ignore the causes of their distress and try to fix the symptoms.
7)

What does the letter attached to the $35 thousand say? (from Chapter 11)

That the contract for the next year is not guaranteed.
That Memo wants to meet him in his motel room.
That The Judge doesn't ever want to see him again.
That he is now the coach of the Knights.
8)

After the pennant game, what headline does Roy see that upsets him? (from Chapter 11)

One that declares baseball over for him and accuses him of throwing the game.
One that says Iris has died from the foul ball he hit.
One saying he is the father of Iris's baby.
One calling him a jinx and saying he is responsible for both Bump's and Iris's death.
9)

Why does Memo tell Roy he should go see a fortune teller? (from Chapter 6)

To find out if they will win the next game.
To find out if they are meant for each other.
To find out what Roy needs to do to get over his slump.
Because Bump went to one.
10)

What do the fans do when they find out Roy didn't get a raise? (from Chapter 5)

They agree he doesn't deserve it.
They petition The Judge to give him one.
They shower him with gifts and declare a Roy Hobbs Day.
They withdraw their support of him and start throwing things at him on the field.
11)

What does Roy tell Memo about his mother? (from Chapter 8)

He said that she died when he was a small toddler.
He said that she was the perfect mother and that he loved her very much.
He said that she was a "whore" who spoiled his father's life.
He said that she ran away when he was a teen and he was angry with her.
12)

When Roy visits a fortune teller, what does she tell him? (from Chapter 6)

That he and Memo will soon be married.
That he will hit a homerun in his next game.
That he will soon meet a beautiful brunette.
That he will have a new team scout trying to recruit him.
13)

How does Roy get a black eye? (from Chapter 5)

From a car wreck.
Memo punched him.
From a fight with Pop.
He gets drunk and fights with a stranger.
14)

What is Roy's reaction after he finally reads Iris's letter? (from Chapter 9)

He wads it up and throws it against the wall.
He shows it to The Judge for advice.
He leaves Memo and returns to Iris.
He shows it to Memo and laughs at Iris.
15)

When Memo fails to accept Roy as her new boyfriend, what does he decide will win her over? (from Chapter 4)

He decides that dressing better will get her attention.
He decides taking her out and showing her a good time will win her love.
He decides more money will win her love.
He decides that pitching a winning game will win her over.
16)

What happens when Roy played cards in Memo's motel room? (from Chapter 8)

He wins a large amount from Gus.
He loses a lot of money.
He gets thrown out of the motel.
He gets sick.
17)

What happens when Roy sneaks out of the hospital and does some practice batting? (from Chapter 9)

He passes out at the plate.
Memo ridicules him.
Pop helps him practice.
He sees The Judge watching him.
18)

What does Roy hope to gain by becoming a superhero, the best ball player ever? (from Chapter 7)

The respect of Pop.
Money and love, specifically Memo.
A lifetime career in baseball.
A good retirement.
19)

What happens to Roy's bat, Wonderboy, during the last game of the season? (from Chapter 10)

It proves to be what helps Roy win.
It gets stolen.
It splits in half.
Pop takes it away from Roy.
20)

What does Memo do with The Judge's gun when Roy gets it away from The Judge? (from Chapter 11)

Gives it to Gus so he can shoot Roy.
Throws it away so Roy can't get it.
Takes it with her to protect herself from Roy.
Tries to shoot Roy with it.
21)

What advice does Memo give Roy to assuage his depression? (from Chapter 6)

To forget about baseball forever.
To get married to her and let her take care of him.
To go to a fortune teller.
To go back home and visit his family.
22)

What ultimately brings about Roy's failure? (from Chapter 7)

His gambling on his games.
His love of more than one woman at a time.
His focus only on being a superhero.
His agreement to throw the pennant game.
23)

What does Roy decide to do to try and change his luck? (from Chapter 6)

Turn his socks inside out and eat less meat.
Carry a lucky rabbit's foot.
Say a prayer before playing each game.
Get some extra coaching on the side.
24)

What happens to Roy at the party on the night before the game that determines the winner of the pennant? (from Chapter 8)

He eats until he gets sick and is sent to the hospital.
He leaves early because he needs rest before the game.
He meets a new girlfriend.
He sees Pop at the party and gets into trouble for being up late.
25)

What does Gus brag to Roy about when they are talking in Memo's motel room? (from Chapter 4)

He brags about how good he is at gambling.
He brags about how he takes advantage of people.
He brags about his prowess as a ball player.
He brags about how much money he has.
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