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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, The Call: Chapters 2-3, Which Treats of the Strange Message the Hero's Father Sent Him; Of a Misunderstanding between Our Hero and His Neighbors.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what time frame is this book set?
(a) Present day.
(b) Mid 1950s.
(c) Late 1960s to early 1970s.
(d) Late 1970s to early 1980s.

2. Where does Mingo work?
(a) Trump Tower.
(b) Forbes Building.
(c) Sears Building.
(d) Knox-Bury clothing store.

3. In the beginning of the novel, who is predicted to be cheated on by his spouse?
(a) Mingo.
(b) Raleigh.
(c) Aura.
(d) Vera.

4. Who does Raleigh call from a pay phone in the hospital in Part 1, Chapter 2?
(a) Mingo.
(b) His aunt.
(c) Aura.
(d) His father.

5. What does Earley leave for Raleigh at the hospital in Part 1:Chapter 2?
(a) Instructions for feeding his cat.
(b) A letter in a sealed envelope.
(c) A cassette tape-recorded message.
(d) A video recorded on beta.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the beginning of the novel, who is predicted to fall to pieces by the end of the month?

2. Who gets drunk and falls into a pool in Part 1, Chapter 3?

3. What is the name of the building where Raleigh works?

4. Who wants to commit suicide in Part 1, Chapter3?

5. Who is Bonnie Ellen?

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