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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) All of the large windows.
(b) The way sound echoes.
(c) The other tenants.
(d) It is made of steel.

2. By the time dinner is over, how does Karl feel about Klara?
(a) He thinks she is being taken advantage of by the men in her life.
(b) He thinks she is more cunning and capable than she pretends.
(c) He thinks she is beautiful, but he has no interest in her.
(d) He thinks she has good manners but a bad heart.

3. What is the name of Karl's riding companion?
(a) Kurt.
(b) Otto.
(c) Josef.
(d) Mak.

4. When Karl imagines that his visit to the Pollunders might become "the turning point in his relationship with his uncle," what techniques are being used (57)?
(a) Juxtaposition and paradox.
(b) Foreshadowing and irony.
(c) Irony and juxtaposition.
(d) Paradox and foreshadowing.

5. Why are Karl and Jakob confused when Pollunder shows up to take Karl home with him?
(a) Jakob clearly refused permission for the visit.
(b) No date for the visit was ever discussed.
(c) Karl already told Pollunder that he did not have time for the visit.
(d) In his invitation, Pollunder mentioned a visit over the holidays.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How did Jakob find out about why Karl was sent to the United States?

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

4. How many offices does Jakob keep in the building he lives in?

5. What does Jakob insist that Karl be home in the morning in time to do?

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