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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Randy find out about the planes at McCoy?
(a) they've been sent to other airfields
(b) he doesn't find out anything about the planes
(c) they are in the air, circling
(d) they are in the hangers

2. What does "Alas, Babylon" mean to Randy?
(a) a saying from Treasure Island
(b) a code that means war might be starting
(c) a code that means all is well
(d) nothing

3. What does Randy's friend, Dan, say about him drinking for breakfast?
(a) it will keep him from becoming an alcoholic
(b) it's unhealthy
(c) it's good for him
(d) it leads to a long life

4. Who calls Randy on the morning when the book begins?
(a) Western Union
(b) no one
(c) Mark
(d) Daisy

5. Who is Missouri?
(a) a school teacher
(b) Florence's housemate
(c) Randy's maid and neighbor
(d) Randy's girlfriend

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mark tell Randy about his family?

2. What kind of daily routine does Florence have?

3. What does Mark do when he arrives at McCoy?

4. What are Anthony and Cleo?

5. Why do Florence and Alice meet on Fridays?

(see the answer key)

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