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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 6, Chapter 17: The Strange Man's Strange Tale and Part 6, Chapter 18: The Strange Man's Tale Goes On.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the Main Character say that his relationship with his ex-wife is over?
(a) The Main Character is dying.
(b) She had an affair with his best friend.
(c) The Main Character is moving.
(d) She is leaving his best friend.

2. How does the Main Character first learn of the death in Chapter 1?
(a) An obituary.
(b) He sees the person die.
(c) The news.
(d) A phone call.

3. What is the trilateral power base that the Boss is said to control?
(a) Scientific institutions, a political party, and gold mines.
(b) Politicians, information services, and stocks.
(c) Bankers, newspapers, and educational institutions.
(d) Japanese imports, publishing, and politicians.

4. Where does the Main Character first meet the person who dies in Chapter 1?
(a) At primary school.
(b) A wedding.
(c) A coffee shop.
(d) At work.

5. What does the Girlfriend tell the Main Character about her ears?
(a) She rarely displays them.
(b) They bring her great luck.
(c) They bring her great misery.
(d) She gets a high off showing them.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Strange Man give to the Main Character in Chapter 18 before telling him to leave?

2. Who once incarcerated the Boss?

3. What are the three occupations of the Girlfriend?

4. What does the Main Character dream about in the limo on the way to the Boss's house?

5. What best describes the Girlfriend's feelings about her ears?

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