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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Chance, what was one of the benefits of his position?
(a) He was given a generous health insurance policy.
(b) He could eat as much food as he liked.
(c) He was allowed to drive the Old Man's car.
(d) He was allowed to wear any of the Old Man's clothing from the attic.

2. When Chance changed the channel on the TV, what did he believe he could do?
(a) He might break the TV set.
(b) He could find a gardening show.
(c) He could change himself.
(d) He could find the perfect TV show.

3. What day is it when the novel begins?
(a) Saturday.
(b) Tuesday.
(c) We are not told.
(d) Sunday.

4. How was Chance like the plants outside in the garden?
(a) He grew lively every spring.
(b) He always smelled sweet.
(c) He was silent, open in sunshine and heavy in rain.
(d) He was colorful and lively.

5. Where does Chance go after taking his leave of the lawyer and his assistant?
(a) He makes a telephone call to a lawyer.
(b) To the garden to work.
(c) To the kitchen to make a sandwich.
(d) To his room to watch a TV show.

Short Answer Questions

1. What sound was the fat maid making as Chance entered the Old Man's bedroom?

2. What had Chance been paid for his gardening chores over the years?

3. Why does Chance think that a man's name has an important connection with a man's life?

4. What medical condition did Chance's mother have?

5. What was the Old Man's former profession?

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