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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XVII and XVIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the implied role of Jerco in Ms. Rosalind's life?
(a) Pimp.
(b) Fiance.
(c) Brother.
(d) Handyman.

2. What establishment is under Ma Lawton's apartment?
(a) A general store.
(b) A library.
(c) A saloon.
(d) Another apartment.

3. In addition to smoking, what does Jake know will help him sleep?
(a) Listening to the blues.
(b) Fried chicken.
(c) Whiskey.
(d) A hot bath.

4. Who is jealous of Jake in Chapter 6?
(a) Miss Curdy.
(b) Nije.
(c) Rose.
(d) Zeddy.

5. What does the reader learn about the railroad men's quarters in Chapter 11?
(a) There are no beds in them.
(b) They are filthy.
(c) They have become recently infested with rats.
(d) They fit four men in a room designed for one.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is going to take his girlfriend to a show in Chapter 11?

2. What does Susy threaten two men with who get in a fight over a betting pot?

3. Where do Jake and Ray decide to go when Ray can't sleep?

4. Where does Jake see the waiter he spoke with in Chapter 11?

5. When is Ms. Rosalind Whicher always seen wearing a particular item?

(see the answer key)

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