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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 20 through 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 6, what nagging situation is on Spenser's mind?
(a) He is still worrying about Patty Giacomin.
(b) He is still worrying about Paul Giacomin.
(c) He is still worrying about Mel Giacomin.
(d) There is not a nagging situation on Spenser's mind in Chapter 6.

2. 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) A room full of bookies.
(d) No one.

3. Why does Spenser not want a personal relationship with Patty?
(a) Because it would be unprofessional and harm his professional reputation.
(b) Because he does not like mixing personal issues with business matters.
(c) Because he is in love with Susan, and because he believes that Paul would think less of him if he were to get involved with Patty.
(d) Because he does not find her attractive.

4. In Chapter 10, Spenser says that he did not mind Patty's idea of fancy cooking; but that there was something that he did mind. What was it?
(a) A growing sense of intimacy.
(b) Not being able to get his runs in regularly.
(c) Paul eating his meals in his room.
(d) Not serving beer at dinner.

5. In Chapter 4, what reasoning does the narrator give for his career choice?
(a) "I used to be a singer, until I popped my vocal chord."
(b) "All the good acting roles were taken."
(c) "It lets me live life on my own terms."
(d) "I couldn't finish medical school."

Short Answer Questions

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

2. When Spenser tells Patty that he does not want a personal relationship with her, what is her reaction?

3. In Chapter 10, what does Patty do in response to Paul's comments about her thoughts on the reality of modern women?

4. In Chapter 7, what is Patty's "plan" for Spenser?

5. What is Patty's reasoning for being married?

(see the answer key)

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