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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Paragraphs 15-28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Clare appears "at the end of the hallway" (4), what is she wearing?
(a) Slacks and a blouse.
(b) Nothing.
(c) A slip.
(d) A dress.

2. Every fifth brick outside of Tom Benecke's living room window has an indent of what length?
(a) Three millimeters.
(b) One inch.
(c) Three inches.
(d) Half an inch.

3. What article of clothing does Tom Benecke don just before he ventures out onto the ledge?
(a) A hat.
(b) Gloves.
(c) A jacket.
(d) A scarf.

4. On what street do the Beneckes live?
(a) Knickerbocker Avenue.
(b) Kensington Avenue.
(c) Lexington Street.
(d) Miller Avenue.

5. In what location is Clare when she replies to Tom Benecke's query about going out alone?
(a) In the living room.
(b) In the closet.
(c) In the kitchen.
(d) In the bathroom.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color is paper around which the story revolves?

2. What verb is used to describe the action of the door when Tom Benecke starts "to close the door" (11)?

3. What adjective is used to describe the face of Clare Benecke?

4. How far below the bottom of Tom Benecke's living room window is the ledge located?

5. What thought does the narrator describe as being difficult for Tom Benecke to "escape" (18)?

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