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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4: Chapter VI, "The Robinson Affair".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From context clues, what can logically be inferred about what Brunelda's neighbor is studying?
(a) He is studying law.
(b) He is studying business.
(c) He is studying engineering.
(d) He is studying medicine.

2. What does Robinson tell Karl that Brunelda is talented at?
(a) Cooking.
(b) Singing.
(c) Dancing.
(d) Sewing.

3. What does the policeman's repetition of Karl's name make Karl think is true?
(a) The policeman is not very quick-witted.
(b) The hotel is trying to have him traced.
(c) The policeman suspects him of something.
(d) The policeman is prejudiced against Germans.

4. What apparently affectionate gesture does Pollunder make toward Karl as they drive?
(a) Pollunder ruffles Karl's hair with his hand.
(b) Pollunder strokes Karl's arm as they talk.
(c) Pollunder repeatedly pats Karl's knee.
(d) Pollunder puts his arm around Karl.

5. Why are Karl and Robinson sent out to the balcony shortly after they arrive at the apartment?
(a) Brunelda wants private time with Delamarche.
(b) Brunelda wants them to clean the balcony.
(c) Brunelda wants to take a bath.
(d) Brunelda wants to take a nap.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Karl realizes that he is going to be fired despite two months of exemplary work, what does he realize is true about life?

2. What disappoints Karl about his new job?

3. What does Karl feel he is being treated like during dinner at the Pollunder house?

4. What do the text's descriptions of New York and its suburbs most emphasize?

5. When Robinson appears at the hotel, what does Karl see sticking out of Robinson's pocket?

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