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. What does the Main Character say has happened to his business partner over the past several years?
(a) He has grown weak from a chronic illness.
(b) He has become an alcoholic.
(c) He has become addicted to cocaine.
(d) He has become a religious fanatic.

2. What losses do the Strange Man and the Main Character discuss in Chapter 17?
(a) The implied loss of the Main Character's life.
(b) Losses of loved ones.
(c) Business losses due to pulling the sheep bulletin.
(d) The Boss's losses due to his health problem.

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

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

5. What are the three occupations of the Girlfriend?
(a) Graphic designer, psychic, and dog walker.
(b) Delivery person, Feng Shui advisor, and operator.
(c) Teacher, accountant, and sales clerk.
(d) Model, proofreader, and call girl.