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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 5: Fragments: "Brunelda's Departure," "At a street corner Karl saw..." and "They traveled for two days...".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Karl returns to Delamarche and Robinson after getting food at the hotel, what causes him to decide to separate from them and sleep in the hotel?
(a) Their request to hold onto his money for him.
(b) Their attitude about the food he has brought back.
(c) They have rifled through his trunk.
(d) They have moved to another location without telling him.

2. Which word best characterizes the stoker's explanation to the captain of his grievances against Schubal?
(a) Respectful.
(b) Rambling.
(c) Precise.
(d) Startling.

3. What pseudonym does Karl offer when he is asked for his name?
(a) Negro.
(b) Tramp.
(c) Ishmael.
(d) Crusoe.

4. When Karl tries to use some New York expressions during dinner with Green and Pollunder, what is their response?
(a) They are puzzled.
(b) They are impressed.
(c) They are amused.
(d) They are offended.

5. When Karl realizes that he is going to be fired despite two months of exemplary work, what does he realize is true about life?
(a) It is just when you become sure of yourself that your attention slips and disaster occurs.
(b) Outside forces beyond our control are often more powerful than our good intentions.
(c) It is impossible to be perfect forever, regardless of how hard you are willing to try.
(d) When you make a mistake, people often fail to consider the merit you have shown in the past.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does it mean that the head waiter has a "choleric" temperament?

2. In what city is the racetrack located?

3. When Karl first looks up at the balcony after he arrives, what does he notice about Delamarche?

4. How long is Karl away from his lift when he is taking Robinson to the dormitory?

5. What sign does Karl notice that causes him to feel he needs to intervene in the stoker's explanation?

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