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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. Which element of the physical description of the plainclothes officer functions as foreshadowing?
(a) His voice.
(b) The color of his overcoat.
(c) His hat.
(d) His height.

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

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

4. How does the plainclothes officer get Bob to walk with him?
(a) He says that he lives nearby and they can go have a drink at his apartment.
(b) He shows him the note from Jimmy.
(c) He arrests him.
(d) He tells him they will go somewhere close by and talk about old times.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What regret does the plainclothes officer express while he is pretending to be Jimmy?

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

3. What is logical to infer about the officer asking about Bob's identity "doubtfully" (621)?

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

5. Why have the two men set this particular meeting time?

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