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

2. 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 showed up for their meeting on time.
(d) He still considers Bob his best friend.

3. Why are so few businesses open on the street where the officer is?
(a) The businesses keep early hours.
(b) The city curfew means there are few customers.
(c) The area is very poor.
(d) It is past midnight.

4. What regret does the plainclothes officer express while he is pretending to be Jimmy?
(a) That he and Bob lost track of one another.
(b) That he does not have a long time to talk.
(c) That the restaurant is closed.
(d) That he did not accompany Bob out West.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What can logically be inferred about Bob and Jimmy's friendship?

2. What reason does the waiting man give the police officer for his presence?

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

4. What does the narrator say causes Bob to tell officer about his career in the West?

5. What can logically be inferred about Jimmy's question about whether Bob and Jimmy kept in touch?

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