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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. What is the only reason that Bob can imagine Jimmy not showing up?
(a) He has forgotten Bob.
(b) He cannot get away from work.
(c) He no longer lives in New York.
(d) He is dead.

2. What does Bob mean when he describes Jimmy as a "plodder" (620)?
(a) Jimmy is a kind person but not very bright.
(b) Jimmy is ethical but can also be judgmental.
(c) Jimmy is loyal but can also be stubborn.
(d) Jimmy is a steady person but not creative or quick.

3. What causes Bob to realize that the plainclothes officer is not Jimmy?
(a) His teeth.
(b) His nose.
(c) His eye color.
(d) His hair color.

4. In his explanation of what has happened, what is the first thing that Jimmy wants to be sure Bob knows?
(a) He truly struggled with the decision to turn Bob in.
(b) He has no sympathy for criminals.
(c) He still considers Bob his best friend.
(d) He showed up for their meeting on time.

5. How did the police discover that Bob was in New York?
(a) A business rival spotted Bob in New York.
(b) Jimmy told them about his appointment with Bob.
(c) The police in Chicago wired the information to them.
(d) The bus driver that brought Bob to New York recognized him from a "Wanted" poster.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What criticism does Bob have for New York itself?

4. What is the name of the restaurant that used to be in the spot where the man is waiting?

5. What causes the officer to suddenly slow down?

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