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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 can logically be inferred about Bob and Jimmy's friendship?
(a) It meant more to Bob than to Jimmy.
(b) They are related by blood.
(c) It began when they were quite young.
(d) They met in college.

2. What does Jimmy notice about Bob's pocket watch?
(a) It has a suspicious dent in its case.
(b) It is covered with diamonds.
(c) It is made of solid gold.
(d) It is not set to the correct time.

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

4. What does Bob's nickname turn out to be?
(a) "Bully" Bob.
(b) "Slippery" Bob.
(c) "Betting" Bob.
(d) "Silky" Bob.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What duty is the police officer performing in the opening of the story?

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

3. What is the significance of Jimmy knowing how long ago the restaurant closed?

4. What detail reveals Bob's emotions when he discovers that Jimmy has betrayed him?

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

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