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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Paragraphs 1-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is NOT something Tom Benecke relates to the reader about his "own project" (10)?
(a) It will earn him a guaranteed raise.
(b) The boss may read the report stemming from it over the weekend.
(c) It has not yet been announced at the office.
(d) It could be postponed.

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

3. Tom Benecke mentions to Clare what benefit in relation to his workaholic nature?
(a) That she will have a maid one day.
(b) That once this project is done, he will ask for reduced hours.
(c) That once this project is done, he will be able to take a vacation.
(d) That money will be rolling in one day.

4. Once the object is outside, it first lands on a ledge how far below the Beneckes' window?
(a) Three yards.
(b) Four feet.
(c) One meter.
(d) One yard.

5. At the start of the story, Tom Benecke complains about what aspect of the room in which he is spending time?
(a) It is too humid.
(b) It is too hot.
(c) It is too cold.
(d) It is too smoky.

Short Answer Questions

1. What action does Clare Benecke take when she reaches the end of the hallway?

2. At what time does Tom Benecke plan to give the project report to his boss?

3. What scent causes Tom Benecke to be tempted to accompany Clare Benecke outside of the apartment?

4. At what piece of furniture does Tom Benecke sit at the beginning of the story?

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

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