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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 does a yellow-skinned lover steal from Susy when he leaves her?
(a) Her oven range.
(b) Her poker chips.
(c) Her savings.
(d) Her gin.

2. Where does Jake see a pretty girl to become friendly with in Chapter 11?
(a) In a church.
(b) At a bus stop.
(c) By an eating place.
(d) At a buffet flat.

3. Where does Jake see the waiter he spoke with in Chapter 11?
(a) At an eating place.
(b) In a church.
(c) A pool hall.
(d) On the street.

4. What does Ms. Rosalind Whicher wear often?
(a) A black hat.
(b) A mink coat.
(c) A pearl necklace.
(d) Red shoes.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In addition to smoking, what does Jake know will help him sleep?

2. Who is Miss Curdy first attracted to at Susy's place?

3. How many teeth is Miss Curdy missing?

4. What does Jake smoke with a light-yellow man in the backroom of a bar?

5. What do the two elevator men threaten to Ma Lawton because of Jerco and Ms. Rosalind?

(see the answer key)

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