The Fortress of Solitude Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Why does Mingus not want to talk about the wealthy people who have been visiting his father? (from Part 1, Chapters 7 - 13)

Because it runs contrary to the nature and atmosphere of the neighborhood.

Because Mingus does not want anyone to rob from his father.

Because Mingus does not want his friends to know he will soon be moving.

Because Mingus is actually the one who has been received wealthy visitors.

2.

Why is Arthur so quickly accepted among the kids on Dean Street? (from Part 1, Chapters 7 - 13)

Because Mingus declares Arthur okay.

Because Arthur lives on Dean Street.

Because Dylan vouches for him.

Because Dylan pays everyone to accept Arthur.

3.

What does Dylan come to realize about childhood between his visits to Dean Street, Mingus, and Robert? (from Part 3, Chapters 8 - 16)

That Isabel Vendel was a prophet who deserves posthumous fame.

That people change, but places stay the same.

That childhood must finally be put behind him.

That childhood is not something to waste because it can never come back.

4.

What does Dylan buy from Mingus and Arthur? (from Part 1, Chapter 14 - Part 2, Liner Note)

Their comic book collections.

Jewelry they have stolen from their mothers.

Drugs.

Their cars.

5.

What is symbolized by Dyaln's throwing down of cash at Mingus's place? (from Part 1, Chapter 14 - Part 2, Liner Note)

That he is no longer of Dean Street.

That he is no longer going to use drugs.

That he is no longer friends with Mingus.

That he is no longer white.

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