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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 trhough 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 11, one of the men says something about Spenser and guns. What is it?
(a) That Spenser never carries a gun.
(b) That Spenser could not hit the broad side of a barn with a shotgun full of bird shot.
(c) That Spenser never was a shooter, and that is what is wrong with him.
(d) That Spenser has had a bad history with guns, and that he should stay away from them.

2. What new character is introduced in Chapter 6?
(a) Hawk.
(b) Buddy.
(c) Susan.
(d) Harry.

3. In Chapter 10, what does Patty ask Spenser when he returns from dropping Paul off at school?
(a) Whether he likes the peignoir that she is wearing.
(b) Whether he would go with her to the grocery store for a few items.
(c) Whether he thought that she and Mel should get back together.
(d) Whether he would like to move in permanently.

4. In Chapter 7, what do Patty, Paul, and Spenser have for dinner?
(a) Hot dogs with macarooni and cheese.
(b) Hamburgers and french fries.
(c) Cold tuna sandwiches on rye bread.
(d) Steak, peas, and baked potato.

5. In Chapter 10, what is Paul's response after Patty tells Spenser her thoughts on the reality of modern women?
(a) "You are going through a tough time. But you will not feel that way forever."
(b) "Yeah, look where it got you."
(c) "Those are your beliefs, Mom."
(d) "Just because I am a boy I do not have an opinion on the subject."

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Paul ask Spenser about dinner the first night that Patty is away in New York?

2. What is Paul's response to Patty's "plan" in Chapter 7?

3. In what month does the story begin?

4. What habit does the passenger have that drives the narrator absolutely crazy during their car ride in Chapter 4?

5. Who are the two men who force their way into Patty's house in Chapter 11?

(see the answer key)

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