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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. Why have the two men set this particular meeting time?
(a) It was the time that they both used to get off of work 20 years ago.
(b) It was the time they met for dinner 20 years ago.
(c) It was the time that they said goodbye 20 years ago.
(d) It was the time that the restaurant's band used to begin to play.

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

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

4. What does Bob mean when he describes Jimmy as a "plodder" (620)?
(a) Jimmy is loyal but can also be stubborn.
(b) Jimmy is a steady person but not creative or quick.
(c) Jimmy is ethical but can also be judgmental.
(d) Jimmy is a kind person but not very bright.

5. What effect does the officer tell Bob that time can have?
(a) It can gradually erase the feeling of friendship.
(b) It can make a person realize what is really important.
(c) It can change a good man into a bad man.
(d) It can give a man something new to be loyal to.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does the plainclothes officer pretending to be Jimmy tell Bob that he works?

2. How long does Bob wait for Jimmy after he speaks with the police officer?

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

4. Why are there so few people on the streets?

5. On page 621, Bob uses the slang word "bully." What does this word mean in the context of the story?

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