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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 causes Jimmy to comment that Bob seems to have become a success in the West?
(a) Bob's comment about the size of the West and all of its opportunities.
(b) Bob's fancy watch and scarfpin.
(c) Bob's expensive clothing and grooming.
(d) Bob's description of his business in Chicago.

2. What aspect of his success does Bob take particular pride in?
(a) Succeeding in an industry where many others have failed.
(b) Starting as an "underdog" and coming out on top.
(c) Competing against and outwitting clever people.
(d) Using his wealth to improve other people's lives.

3. Who is the author of "After Twenty Years"?
(a) O. Henry.
(b) Katherine Anne Porter.
(c) Henry James.
(d) Edith Wharton.

4. Bob's eyes are described as "keen" (620). What does this description of his eyes communicate about his character?
(a) He is cold and analytical.
(b) He is carefree.
(c) He is unethical.
(d) He is mentally alert.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the first thing that Bob notices about the plainclothes officer he thinks is Jimmy?

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

3. Why are there so few people on the streets?

4. The police officer's is described as "stalwart" (619). What kind of man does this mean he is?

5. How many years separate Bob and Jimmy?

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