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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. Before Jimmy leaves Bob, what question does he ask him?
(a) He asks whether Bob is going to keep waiting for Jimmy.
(b) He asks Bob to tell him exactly how he made his money.
(c) He asks if Bob still considers Jimmy his best friend.
(d) He asks whether Bob ever spent time in Chicago.

2. What distinguishing feature does Bob have on his face?
(a) A birthmark.
(b) A small scar.
(c) A mole.
(d) A black eye.

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

4. On page 621, how does the plainclothes officer refer to his meeting with Bob?
(a) As "fate."
(b) As "unbelievable."
(c) As "a relief."
(d) As "ironic."

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the most likely reason that Bob does not recognize Jimmy when they are talking?

3. What finally reveals the plainclothes officer's face?

4. In his explanation of what has happened, what is the first thing that Jimmy wants to be sure Bob knows?

5. What criticism does Bob have for New York itself?

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