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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. Although Karl thinks that Jakob indulges him generously, what does the narrative imply is true about Jakob's behavior toward Karl?
(a) Jakob is using Karl to heal the rift between himself and Karl's mother.
(b) Jakob is needlessly distant and controlling toward Karl.
(c) Jakob intends to make Karl a partner in his buisness.
(d) Jakob is stern with Karl because he sees Karl's potential.

2. According to the stoker, when is it most likely that a person would become a stoker?
(a) When the person accidentally meets someone who is already a stoker.
(b) When the person is down on their luck and has run out of options.
(c) When the person has not really made up their mind about taking the job yet.
(d) When the person has been sent away from home all by themselves.

3. During the dinner with Pollunder and Green, what is their treatment of Karl compared to?
(a) The way a child is treated.
(b) The way a dog is treated.
(c) The way a sweetheart is treated.
(d) The way a prince is treated.

4. When Karl returns to his uncle's office after gathering his things for the visit, what causes him to think his uncle is angry?
(a) His uncle does not look him in the eye.
(b) His uncle's face is red, as if he has been shouting.
(c) His uncle has already left the room.
(d) His uncle is tapping his hands against his knees repeatedly.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. When Karl tries to use some New York expressions during dinner with Green and Pollunder, what is their response?

2. Before Karl will enter the stoker's room, what information does he ask the stoker for?

3. 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)?

4. Which is the most accurate description of the stoker's room?

5. At what time of day do Karl's English lessons occur?

(see the answer key)

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