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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12, A Step Up in the World.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Tycho compares common sense and ______.
(a) Imagination.
(b) Truth.
(c) Fantasy.
(d) Realism.

2. Tycho confides to Angela that when he was younger he had a reputation as ____.
(a) Crazy.
(b) Shy.
(c) Too mature.
(d) Subnormal.

3. How does Tycho respond to Angela's threat regarding her plan?
(a) He doesn't believe she will do what she says she will.
(b) He knows she is serious, so he agrees to help.
(c) He knows she is serious, but he won't help her because it goes against his conscience.
(d) He is afraid that if he doesn't go along, the friendship will be ruined.

4. When she suddenly appears at his house, Angela asks Tycho if she can ____.
(a) Wash her hair.
(b) Borrow some money.
(c) Have a bath.
(d) Take a shower.

5. Tycho refers to his past attempts to impress people by making them think he was ____.
(a) Smart.
(b) Good at sports.
(c) Funny.
(d) Friendly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What philosopher does Tycho mention in Chapter 4?

2. What is the significance of the slogan "The Ionions Rule!" in Chapter 12?

3. How does Chapter 8 end?

4. Who drives the car in Chapter 8?

5. What philosophical idea does Tycho discuss with Angela?

(see the answer key)

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