1. Spenser tells Paul that they are building the cabin a simpler, yet less desirable way. Why is the way they are doing it less desirable?
(a) The way that they are doing it is too shabby.
(b) The way that they are doing it is more expensive.
(c) The way that they are doing it takes more time, effort, and materials.
(d) The way they are doing it does not allow the cabin to have a cellar.

2. Which of the following projects does Spenser think will teach Paul to become independent and self-reliant?
(a) Going camping for a month in the wilds of the Maine woods.
(b) Moving out by himself.
(c) Building a house on Susan's property in Fryeburg, Maine.
(d) Growing his own food and living in a cabin in the Maine woods.

3. Besides the man sitting at the desk, who else is in the building that Paul and Spenser visit in Chapter 25?
(a) Three men playing cards.
(b) Two rottweiler dogs.
(c) No one.
(d) A room full of bookies.

4. In Chapter 10, after Patty freshens up and returns to the breakfast table, she and Spenser have a discussion. What is that discussion about?
(a) About whether they should go to the police about the attempted kidnapping.
(b) About Patty acting out her need for companionship.
(c) About how they should handle Mel.
(d) About what the next stage of their plan for Paul should be.

5. Where do Paul and Spenser arrive at in Chapter 25?
(a) Mel Giacomin's insurance firm.
(b) Harry Crimoli's gym.
(c) Harry Cotton's car lot.
(d) Susan Silverman's office.