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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 Tom Benecke finally looks down, he sees the scene below him through the perspective of what frame?
(a) Between his legs.
(b) Over his shoulder.
(c) Through veiled eyelids.
(d) Between his fingers.

2. What adjective does the narrator use to indicate how Tom Benecke feels about the idea of abandoning the yellow piece of paper?
(a) Tempting.
(b) Ridiculous.
(c) Depressed.
(d) Growing.

3. What action does Tom Benecke take just after dusting off his hands?
(a) He lights a cigarette.
(b) He goes into the bathroom.
(c) He enters the ashtray.
(d) He mutters.

4. What color is Clare Benecke's hair?
(a) Dark brown and almost black.
(b) Light brown and almost blonde.
(c) Red.
(d) Blonde and almost white.

5. To what location had Tom Benecke carried the yellow piece of paper during "a dozen lunch hours and early evenings" (16)?
(a) The park.
(b) The coffee shop.
(c) The zoo.
(d) The public library.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Tom Benecke thinks to himself that if the yellow piece of paper does fall to the street, he will take what action?

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

5. Before Tom Benecke pushes the door closed, he hears what sound?

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