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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 cold and analytical.
(b) He is unethical.
(c) He is carefree.
(d) He is mentally alert.

2. What does Bob do while he waits for Jimmy?
(a) Hums a song.
(b) Polishes his scarfpin.
(c) Smokes his cigar.
(d) Counts his money.

3. What does Jimmy notice about the pin of Bob's scarf?
(a) It contains a large diamond.
(b) It has been reported as stolen property.
(c) It is the one that he gave Bob 20 years ago.
(d) It is made from mother-of-pearl.

4. How far does Bob say he traveled in order to meet with Jimmy?
(a) 2,000 miles.
(b) 1,000 miles.
(c) 200 miles.
(d) 500 miles.

5. Why did Bob leave New York?
(a) He was wanted by the police.
(b) He hoped to make money in the West.
(c) He and Jimmy got into a fight.
(d) He fell in love with a girl from Chicago.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is the author of "After Twenty Years"?

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

4. What is a logical inference based on the way the officer is twirling his baton?

5. What does the plainclothes officer hand to Bob?

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