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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: Chapter II, "The Uncle," and Chapter III, "A Country House Outside New York".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At what time of day do Karl's English lessons occur?
(a) 7:00 a.m.
(b) 10:00 a.m.
(c) 8:00 p.m.
(d) 4:00 p.m.

2. How many offices does Jakob keep in the building he lives in?
(a) 7.
(b) 5.
(c) 10.
(d) 2.

3. What does Jakob ask Karl if he has cancelled in preparation for his visit to Pollunder's?
(a) His English lesson.
(b) His riding lesson.
(c) His etiquette lesson.
(d) His music lesson.

4. Who is the author of Amerika?
(a) Franz Kafka.
(b) Günter Grass.
(c) Thomas Mann.
(d) Hermann Hesse.

5. What makes Karl feel better about the early hour at which he has to get up for his riding lessons?
(a) The hearty breakfasts he is served.
(b) The novelty of having a valet help him dress.
(c) The luxury of his bathtub.
(d) The view of the sunrise from his balcony.

Short Answer Questions

1. Although Karl thinks that Jakob indulges him generously, what does the narrative imply is true about Jakob's behavior toward Karl?

2. What criticism of Schubal does the captain make?

3. After dinner, what does Karl begin to suspect caused his uncle to be so reluctant about his visit to the Pollunder home?

4. What argument does Pollunder give to persuade Jakob to let Karl come for a visit?

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

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