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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Abstracts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When traveling to London by train, in which coach does Mrs. Martin sit?
(a) Coach No. 8.
(b) Coach No. 1.
(c) Coach No. 2.
(d) The Engine.

2. What appears unusual about Mr. and Mrs. Martin's relationship during their first scene?
(a) They speak only to the Smiths, and not to each other.
(b) They do not recognize each other.
(c) They refuse to look at each other.
(d) They complete each other's sentences.

3. Who briefly begins the play again after the last scene?
(a) Mr. and Mrs. Martin.
(b) Mr. and Mrs. Smith.
(c) The Fire Chief and Mary.
(d) Mr. Martin and Mrs. Smith.

4. Why can't the Fire Chief retell the story of "The Headcold"?
(a) He must put out a fire in the kitchen.
(b) He doesn't know if he has enough time.
(c) He can't remember it.
(d) He is too tired.

5. In the story, "The Headcold", what was blonde Marie's profession?
(a) A monophysite priest.
(b) A typist.
(c) A schoolteacher.
(d) A grocer.

Short Answer Questions

1. What inconsistencies exist about Bobby Watson's demise?

2. Why does the Fire Chief need to leave the Smiths' house?

3. According to Mrs. Smith, what other position does a Fire Chief hold?

4. What nickname does Mary give herself?

5. What city do the Martin's have in common?

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