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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the author feel he and Buddy have something in common?
(a) They both were barbers.
(b) They attack themselves in front of mirrors.
(c) They are both tortured musicians.
(d) They both hurt their friends and cheat on their wives.

2. How much did the mirror that was shattered during the brawl cost?
(a) $45.
(b) An unknown amount.
(c) $15.
(d) $100.

3. When does Webb finally come to see Buddy play?
(a) While on vacation.
(b) While investigating a murder.
(c) During Buddy's wedding.
(d) After his mother died.

4. How does Dude Botley view Buddy's mixture of hymns and blue?
(a) He can't understand the logic.
(b) He is surprised but pleased.
(c) He thinks it's beautiful.
(d) He thinks it's blasphemy.

5. While in the hospital, why does Buddy lay out strings on the ground?
(a) To pass time.
(b) To write messages.
(c) To tell the time.
(d) To count.

Short Answer Questions

1. What time is Buddy usually drunk by?

2. The brawl between Pickett and Buddy escalates when Pickett accidentally slices off Buddy's ______.

3. In one nightmare, what happens to Buddy's hand?

4. How do Buddy and Robin feel life will be like without each other?

5. How does Nora originally respond to Pickett and Buddy's brawl?

(see the answer key)

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