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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mr. Franklin have a record of the Old Man's affairs?
(a) The Old Man stipulated that his records be available to Mr. Franklin in his will.
(b) The Old Man was a partner in the law firm.
(c) He was the Old Man's best friend.
(d) He hired a detective.

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 change himself.
(c) He could find the perfect TV show.
(d) He could find a gardening show.

3. Who taught Chance how to tend the garden?
(a) The Old Man.
(b) A tall black man who once worked there.
(c) A kind next door neighbor.
(d) A professional gardening company.

4. What medical condition did Chance's mother have?
(a) Epilepsy.
(b) Brain damage.
(c) High blood pressure.
(d) Diabetes.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. When Chance sees the Old Man lying dead in his bedroom, why was the fat maid on the telephone?

2. The Old Man did not leave something behind before he died. What was it?

3. Why did Chance think things would immediately change now that the Old Man was gone?

4. Where did Chance go after viewing the Old Man's dead body?

5. Where had Louise gone to live after leaving the Old Man's house?

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