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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 27 through 33.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 3, what does the man keep calling the narrator?
(a) Spenser.
(b) Jack.
(c) Buddy.
(d) Pal.

2. How does the narrator enter the building in Chapter 3?
(a) By walking in through the open front door.
(b) By ringing the bell and posing as a messenger.
(c) By knocking on the door and acting like a census taker.
(d) By breaking in.

3. What does Spenser uncover during his investigation in Chapter 27?
(a) That Paul is the beneficiary on the life insurance policy.
(b) That the lawyer who drew up the will does not exist.
(c) That there is no property in Canada with the address listed on the deed.
(d) That all of the properties listed on the paper found in the filing cabinet have burned down.

4. Where do Spenser and Paul eat in Chapter 24?
(a) Babe's Bistro.
(b) Quincy Market.
(c) Casa Rosa's.
(d) At the cabin.

5. In Chapter 19, what does Paul wear on Saturday morning?
(a) A tan corduroy jacket, brown pants, a powder blue polyester shirt with dark blue pocket flaps, no tie, black socks, and top-sider shoes.
(b) A green polyester suit, purple shirt, and brown boots.
(c) A grey suit, a purple shirt and tie, and his sneakers.
(d) A tan suit, a blue shirt, a tan tie, and his sneakers.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Spenser not want a personal relationship with Patty?

2. What is the first step that Paul and Spenser work on when building the cabin?

3. Who is the man sitting at the desk in Chapter 25?

4. In Chapter 4, what does the passenger say about the narrator's profession?

5. What does Spenser deduce from his investigation in Chapter 27?

(see the answer key)

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