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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Paragraphs 57-71.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Tom Benecke place the object he removes from his mouth?
(a) Down his trousers.
(b) In his trouser pocket.
(c) Behind his ear.
(d) In his jacket pocket.

2. When three objects are described as being a certain length away from Tom Benecke's nose, how far away are they said to be?
(a) 6 inches.
(b) 6 feet.
(c) 3 feet.
(d) 2 feet.

3. For what reason does Clare leave the Beneckes' apartment?
(a) She is going to dinner with a friend.
(b) She is going to the grocery store.
(c) She is going to see a movie.
(d) She is going to work.

4. What color is being displayed by the traffic lights Tom Benecke sees below him?
(a) Green.
(b) Red.
(c) Yellow, changing to red.
(d) Yellow.

5. What type of coin does Tom Benecke use in an attempt to break his living room window?
(a) A quarter.
(b) A half dollar.
(c) A half dollar.
(d) A nickel.

Short Answer Questions

1. What feeling does Tom Benecke get when he closes his eyes while still on the ledge?

2. Upon first considering the idea of punching through the window, Tom Benecke estimates that he will be able to get his fist how far away from the window prior to striking the blow?

3. In a window across the street, Tom Benecke sees "the blue-gray" (56) what?

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

5. How many coins does Tom Benecke have in his pocket?

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