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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Tom Benecke again imagines getting back inside his apartment, he sees himself "clenching" (50) what objects in his hands?
(a) Flowers.
(b) The yellow sheet of paper.
(c) Tufts of the rug.
(d) His hair.

2. From what location does Tom Benecke pull the implement he uses to light objects on fire?
(a) From the back pocket of his trousers.
(b) From the front pocket of his trousers.
(c) From behind his ear.
(d) From his shirt pocket.

3. What method does Tom Benecke use to light objects on fire?
(a) A lighter.
(b) Matches.
(c) A piece of flint.
(d) A lit candle.

4. What is NOT a way in which Tom Benecke's hands are described as he stands on the ledge?
(a) Numb.
(b) Cold.
(c) Barely functioning.
(d) Desperately rigid.

5. In what city does the narrative of the story take place?
(a) New York City.
(b) Newark.
(c) Lafayette.
(d) Portland.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the maximum distance Tom Benecke can get away from the window in his attempt to punch through it?

2. What happens when Tom Benecke strikes the window with his shoe?

3. What adjective is used to describe Tom Beneckes fingers as they grip the window strippping?

4. Tom Benecke wants to change the fact that his name is currently "a name on" (18) what object?

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

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