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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the captain fear to shoot Steelkilt for his insubordination?
(a) It would lead to a admiralty investigation.
(b) It would justify Radney's dishonorable actions.
(c) It would spark a mutiny.
(d) It would be unfair.

2. What office does the narrator of Bartleby hold that no longer exists?
(a) Justice of the Peace.
(b) Mayor.
(c) County Coroner.
(d) Master of Chancery.

3. What animal from the islands supplies sailors with food and utensils?
(a) The seal.
(b) The albatross.
(c) The tortoise.
(d) The iguana.

4. Who is the worst enemy of the narrator of "Cock-a-Doodle-Doo?"
(a) His wife.
(b) His creditor.
(c) His neighbor.
(d) His banker.

5. Why doesn't the narrator dismiss Bartleby for insubordination?
(a) Bartleby is distressed.
(b) Bartleby is obviously emotionally upset.
(c) Bartleby is calm, showing no emotion.
(d) Bartleby promises to improve.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Bartleby's demeanor show about his eccentricities?

2. What good qualities does Bartleby have as an employee?

3. What was the message of the church meeting the narrator observed?

4. How does the narrator of "Cock-a-Doodle-Doo?" view locomotives and steamships?

5. What does the narrator's middle-aged employee offer to do for Bartleby?

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