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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 needlessly distant and controlling toward Karl.
(b) Jakob is stern with Karl because he sees Karl's potential.
(c) Jakob intends to make Karl a partner in his buisness.
(d) Jakob is using Karl to heal the rift between himself and Karl's mother.

2. Besides the letter and his trunk, what else does Pollunder give Karl?
(a) A pen.
(b) A cap.
(c) Money.
(d) A business card.

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

4. What is the large room that Karl sees over the balustrade?
(a) An art gallery.
(b) A chapel.
(c) A ballroom.
(d) The foyer.

5. 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 attendant has gone out to fetch someone.
(d) The stoker is becoming too upset to continue speaking.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. During the dinner with Pollunder and Green, what is their treatment of Karl compared to?

3. What does Karl ask Pollunder about on the drive out to the country?

4. What has the servant woman named the child that she alleges Karl fathered?

5. What question does the man with the bamboo stick ask Karl?

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