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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: "After Twenty Years".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which element of the physical description of the plainclothes officer functions as foreshadowing?
(a) His voice.
(b) His height.
(c) His hat.
(d) The color of his overcoat.

2. At what time of night are Bob and Jimmy supposed to meet?
(a) Midnight.
(b) 11 p.m.
(c) 10 p.m.
(d) 9 p.m.

3. What is the purpose of mentioning that everyone who passes Bob has their coat collar turned up?
(a) It makes the plainclothes' officer's choice to do the same thing seem less suspicious.
(b) It underscores that New York is an unfriendly place.
(c) It explains why Bob does not see Jimmy clearly.
(d) It implies that most people have something to hide.

4. What kind of street is a "pacific thoroughfare" (619)?
(a) Wet.
(b) Crowded.
(c) Peaceful.
(d) Ominous.

5. Why are there so few people on the streets?
(a) The weather is unpleasant.
(b) There are no open businesses nearby.
(c) There is a curfew.
(d) It is very late.

Short Answer Questions

1. Before Jimmy leaves Bob, what question does he ask him?

2. What reason does Bob give for falling out of touch with Jimmy?

3. What is the only reason that Bob can imagine Jimmy not showing up?

4. How far does Bob say he traveled in order to meet with Jimmy?

5. What does Bob's nickname turn out to be?

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