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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter V, pgs. 414-503.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Kidd's relationship with the scorpions change?
(a) They appreciate his poetry.
(b) They promise not to beat him up any more.
(c) They take Kidd under their wing.
(d) He starts a sexual relationship with one of their women.

2. Why haven't any of the residents of Bellona tried to make contact with the outside world?
(a) They think the rest of the world has forgotten them.
(b) They think others will come and ruin their town.
(c) They have been under siege.
(d) They lack the self purpose that would help them find a solution.

3. What does Kidd take from the downstairs apartment?
(a) A poster of George Harrison.
(b) Chairs he finds in the bedroom.
(c) Some old CDs.
(d) Food he finds.

4. Why does Mrs. Richards ask Kidd to stay with her until Mr. Richards comes home?
(a) She does not want to face her husband alone.
(b) She thinks she might attack her husband.
(c) She thinks Mr. Richards will beat her up.
(d) She is attracted to Kidd and likes having him around.

5. What does Mrs. Richards refuse to face about Bellona?
(a) Her husband is becoming disconnected from their family.
(b) All of the answers are correct.
(c) The unexplained events that have changed everything about the city.
(d) Her friends are no longer here.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Ernest Newboy?

2. Who does June Richards turn out to be?

3. Why did the Richards hire Kidd in the first place?

4. What is the reason that the Richards will not leave Bellona?

5. Why is Kidd upset while on the job?

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