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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Paragraphs 43-56.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Tom Benecke presses his body against "the rough cold brick" (24), what part of his body is NOT noted to be pressed upon the brick?
(a) Chest.
(b) The left side of his face.
(c) Stomach.
(d) His nose.

2. Which of Tom Benecke's body parts first encounters "emptiness" (40) while sliding along the brick?
(a) His left hand.
(b) His right foot.
(c) His left foot.
(d) His right hand.

3. What is NOT a physical ailment Tom Benecke is experiencing by the time he considers the length of time before Clare Benecke's arrival?
(a) His thigh muscles are tired.
(b) His knees hurt.
(c) His hands are stiff.
(d) His face is sunburned.

4. What does Tom Benecke shout when he is trying to get the attention of passersby below?
(a) Help.
(b) Hey.
(c) Police.
(d) Please.

5. What object does Tom Benecke spit out during the story?
(a) A piece of gum.
(b) A corner of the yellow sheet of paper.
(c) A mint.
(d) A plug of chewing tobacco.

Short Answer Questions

1. What street does Tom Benecke see "stretched out for miles ahead" (28) when he finally looks down?

2. Tom Benecke thinks to himself that once he is back inside his apartment, he will "release" (50) what?

3. What word does the narrator use to describe the number of "other young men in his company" (18)?

4. What level of success is Tom Benecke intent on pursuing within the grocery store field?

5. How many windows in the apartment building across the street are lit up?

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