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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, pages 153-183.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who was the Captain of the Praetorian Guard of Rome?
(a) Sebastian.
(b) The narrator.
(c) Omi's father.
(d) The narrator's father.

2. What becomes popular with the boys when the country goes to war?
(a) Drinking and smoking.
(b) Casual sex.
(c) Gambling.
(d) Shooting firearms.

3. At what age does the narrator hit puberty?
(a) 8.
(b) 10.
(c) 12.
(d) 15.

4. What type of clothing does the narrator wear, once he reaches puberty?
(a) Long pants.
(b) Women's clothing.
(c) A soldier cap.
(d) A naval uniform.

5. During the war, what does the school administration have the boys do?
(a) Wear uniforms.
(b) Raise money for weapons.
(c) Drills.
(d) Volunteer at the hospital.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what age does the narrator write an essay that his later self deems as false?

2. What does the narrator fantasize about after his meeting with Omi in the school yard?

3. What position do most of the boys at school volunteer for during the war?

4. The narrator is concerned his lack of interest in women stems from what?

5. What color does the sky turn following an air raid?

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