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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 158 - 211.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Prior to the fight with Helen, Sammy had committed to what?
(a) Moving in permanently.
(b) Making a clean start.
(c) Quitting smoking.
(d) Quitting drinking.

2. Why does Sammy feel comfortable at Helen's home?
(a) Her mother makes him feel welcome.
(b) He likes rats.
(c) He lives there.
(d) He pays rent, so it's partially his.

3. Samurai warriors often tricked others by living like what?
(a) Mystics.
(b) All of these.
(c) Kings.
(d) Vagabonds.

4. What would Sammy like to happen in his future relationship with Helen?
(a) He wants to get serious with her.
(b) He would like Helen to be more loving.
(c) He would like an amicable break-up.
(d) He would like partial ownership of the flat.

5. What does Sammy worry about after getting off the bus at the health center?
(a) How much money he has left.
(b) Getting hit by a car.
(c) If he paid the correct fare.
(d) That someone will rob him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Sammy have to go to obtain financial assistance?

2. What personal article of clothing is Sammy confused about at the beginning of the novel?

3. The second interviewer at the health center suggests that Sammy file a complaint at what location?

4. Who does Sammy want to speak to, once he realizes he is blind?

5. Where does Sammy work, occasionally?

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