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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Paragraphs 29-35.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What adjective does Anders add as a qualifier to the name he mentally calls the woman in front of him in line?
(a) Presumptuous.
(b) Pessimistic.
(c) Boring.
(d) Nasty.

2. In what manner does Anders perform a particular action "through his fingers" (34)?
(a) Foolishly.
(b) Helplessly.
(c) Carelessly.
(d) Quietly.

3. What is Anders's profession in the story "Bullet in the Brain"?
(a) Restaurant critic.
(b) Book critic.
(c) Music critic.
(d) Film critic.

4. What adjective is used to describe the line Anders faces when he gets to the bank?
(a) Long.
(b) Endless.
(c) Short.
(d) Jagged.

5. The man with the shotgun fastens the guard's hands together using what method?
(a) Zip ties.
(b) Ropes.
(c) Handcuffs.
(d) Twist ties.

Short Answer Questions

1. The man with the pistol finally takes what action that snaps Anders out of his fog?

2. The woman in front of Anders in line looks at Anders with what type of eyes in Paragraph 9?

3. Anders refers to the bank robbers using what phrase?

4. Anders describes the complaint of the woman in front of him by using what adjective in a sarcastic manner?

5. To what location does Anders direct his eyes after the man with the pistol first demands that Anders adjust his gaze?

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