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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: Chapter I, "The Stoker".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Karl feel when he realizes that the stoker could probably physically overpower everyone in the office?
(a) Comforted.
(b) Frightened.
(c) Angry.
(d) Amused.

2. What sign does Karl notice that causes him to feel he needs to intervene in the stoker's explanation?
(a) The captain's face is starting to look angry.
(b) The men in the office are growing restless.
(c) The stoker is becoming too upset to continue speaking.
(d) The attendant has gone out to fetch someone.

3. How old is Karl when the narrative opens?
(a) 17.
(b) 19.
(c) 16.
(d) 18.

4. Which detail most clearly supports the idea that the stoker is nervous about going to the office?
(a) The way he grabs Karl's hand to pull him out the door.
(b) His attempt to kick the rat in the corridor.
(c) His remarks to Line in the kitchen.
(d) The picture he takes from the wall and puts in his pocket.

5. When Schubal enters the office, what is he wearing?
(a) A colorfully embroidered vest.
(b) A kitchen maid's apron.
(c) An imperial frock coat.
(d) Grey leather trousers.

Short Answer Questions

1. What title does Karl's uncle Jakob hold?

2. What item from his trunk does Karl think of giving to the stoker?

3. What happens as Karl steps out onto the stairs leading into the smaller boat that will take him to shore?

4. According to the stoker, when is it most likely that a person would become a stoker?

5. How does Schubal say he found out that the stoker was in the office complaining about him?

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