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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. The narrator says, on page 619, that something has "well nigh depeopled the streets." In this context, what does the phrase "well nigh" mean?
(a) Completely.
(b) Slowly.
(c) Come very close to.
(d) Tried and failed to.

2. What is a logical inference based on the way the officer is twirling his baton?
(a) He is in a good mood.
(b) He is bored.
(c) He is expecting trouble.
(d) He is trying to impress people.

3. The police officer's is described as "stalwart" (619). What kind of man does this mean he is?
(a) Handsome, eye-catching.
(b) Stubborn, opinionated.
(c) Strong, sturdy, brave.
(d) Ignorant, slow, animalistic.

4. What is the clearest purpose of describing the plainclothes officer as "submerged in his overcoat" (621)?
(a) Establishing atmosphere.
(b) Amplifying conflict.
(c) Developing characterization.
(d) Providing foreshadowing.

5. What is logical to infer about the officer asking about Bob's identity "doubtfully" (621)?
(a) He wants to seem like he is not already sure of Bob's identity.
(b) He is not sure that he and Jimmy are doing the right thing.
(c) He is an insecure and hesitant person.
(d) He does not fully trust Jimmy Wells.

Short Answer Questions

1. Bob's eyes are described as "keen" (620). What does this description of his eyes communicate about his character?

2. Where does the plainclothes officer pretending to be Jimmy tell Bob that he works?

3. What kind of street is a "pacific thoroughfare" (619)?

4. How many years separate Bob and Jimmy?

5. According to Bob, why did Jimmy stay in New York?

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