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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 5: Fragments: "Brunelda's Departure," "At a street corner Karl saw..." and "They traveled for two days...".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the text's descriptions of New York and its suburbs most emphasize?
(a) The juxtaposition of people and machinery.
(b) Steel, concrete, and glass.
(c) The juxtaposition of rich and poor.
(d) Noise, crowds, and speed.

2. What job did Therese perform so well that she caught the head cook's attention and was offered the job of secretary?
(a) Taking inventory.
(b) Arranging napkins.
(c) Lighting candles.
(d) Bargaining with vendors.

3. How long is Karl away from his lift when he is taking Robinson to the dormitory?
(a) 8 minutes.
(b) 2 minutes.
(c) 11 minutes.
(d) 5 minutes.

4. What characteristic of the theater and of Oklahama itself does Karl's female friend repeatedly stress?
(a) Beauty.
(b) Inclusiveness.
(c) Size.
(d) Generosity.

5. When Karl is wandering through the vast Pollunder house, what is he reminded of?
(a) The sprawling interior of the ship he traveled to America on.
(b) The cozy warmth of his parents' home in Germany.
(c) The many floors of offices in his uncle's building.
(d) Families on the east side of the city who live crowded together in one room.

Short Answer Questions

1. After whom is the fictional town of Ramses named?

2. About how many young men have gathered at the racetrack looking for jobs?

3. What does Karl first notice about Klara when he sees her in the light?

4. What apparently affectionate gesture does Pollunder make toward Karl as they drive?

5. How does Karl's mood change during dinner at the Pollunder's house?

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