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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. What makes Karl uncomfortable about the building his uncle lives in?
(a) The way sound echoes.
(b) All of the large windows.
(c) The other tenants.
(d) It is made of steel.

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

3. What kind of business does Jakob own?
(a) Manufacturing.
(b) Marketing and sales.
(c) Shipping and consignment.
(d) Publishing.

4. To what city does Green want to send Karl?
(a) Boston.
(b) Saint Louis.
(c) San Francisco.
(d) Chicago.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does the stoker suggest that Karl should do with his life?

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

4. What is the main source of lighting at the Pollunder home?

5. When Schubal enters the office, what is he wearing?

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