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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Third Day, Sunday, 5 December.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what basis does Ramius use to select the officers for the Red October?
(a) Those he can trust
(b) Those who also grew up in Lithuania
(c) Those who are loyal followers
(d) Those unhappy with the Soviet government

2. Why is Konovalov waiting for the Red October?
(a) They are to perform training drills together
(b) They have noticed a problem with the submarine and need to repair it
(c) They know about the plan to defect
(d) They are not waiting for the Red October

3. Which word best describes the medication given to Ramius's wife after her surgery?
(a) Fake
(b) Helpful
(c) Poison
(d) Effective

4. Which of the following is the best description of the character Jack Ryan?
(a) Genius
(b) Family man and academic
(c) Submarine captain
(d) Military man

5. For what government agency does Jack Ryan work for?
(a) Homeland Security
(b) FBI
(c) CIA
(d) Navy

Short Answer Questions

1. To whom are Ramius's father's loyalities?

2. What does Konovalov assume about the Red October?

3. During what time frame does this novel take place?

4. What are the orders for Ramius and his submarine?

5. Whom does Ramius blame for his wife's death?

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