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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 78 - 120.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Sammy apprehended by a security guard at the health center?
(a) He is going the wrong way.
(b) He is hitting on women.
(c) He is trying to rob someone.
(d) He is riding a bike, which is not allowed.

2. Now that Helen is gone, Sammy is worried about having money for what?
(a) Clothing.
(b) Food.
(c) Bills.
(d) Gambling.

3. Sammy hopes to obtain what to help him live with his blindness?
(a) All of these.
(b) A white-tipped walking stick.
(c) A seeing-eye dog.
(d) Financial assistance.

4. What personal article of clothing is Sammy confused about at the beginning of the novel?
(a) His shoes.
(b) His hat.
(c) His pants.
(d) His belt.

5. Once registered, what section is Sammy required to go to at the health center?
(a) The Public Section.
(b) The Spinal Center.
(c) The Brain Center.
(d) The Sightloss Center.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beginning of "How Late it Was, How Late", why is Helen upset with Sammy?

2. Where does Sammy work, occasionally?

3. After going blind, what does Sammy purchase with his next unemployment check?

4. After getting out of jail, what does Sammy attempt to do without assistance?

5. Why is Sammy concerned about his meeting with Charlie?

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