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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Swede becomes a partner with ________________ in a new card game.
(a) The Easterner.
(b) A shoe repairman.
(c) A cook.
(d) A dry goods store owner.

2. In what timeframe does THE BLUE HOTEL take place?
(a) Less than 24 hours.
(b) Less than 2 weeks.
(c) More than 24 years.
(d) Less than 2 hours.

3. What does Scully assure Johnnie after the fight?
(a) He is lucky the fight stopped when it did.
(b) He did indeed hurt the Swede.
(c) He is gaining much strength in his upper body.
(d) He is proud of him.

4. Where do the men decide to go to settle the argument?
(a) The saloon.
(b) The billiards room.
(c) Outside in the snow.
(d) The stable.

5. Why does Scully go to the Swede's room?
(a) To drop off a newspaper.
(b) To change the linens.
(c) To drop off clean laundry.
(d) To try to figure out what is going on.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which one of the men feels that he is freezing to death?

2. What do the other men ask Scully after the Swede leaves?

3. What does the Swede do when the farmer leaves the game?

4. Who remains quiet and observing during the meal?

5. Who does Scully blame for the trouble with the Swede?

(see the answer key)

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