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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Middleman.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of "The Rest of It," why does Roddy want to avoid Mike?
(a) Because he is feeling sick.
(b) Because he has lost interest in the book.
(c) Because he didn't work on the book.
(d) Because he changed the book.

2. Why does Lisa keep her dog in the basement in "In the Basement"?
(a) Because her husband told her to.
(b) Because she is allergic to the dog.
(c) Because she couldn't house break the dog.
(d) Because she no longer likes the dog.

3. In "In the Basement," how does Maria know Lisa?
(a) They were college roommates.
(b) They went to high school together.
(c) They were neighbors as children.
(d) They worked together.

4. How does Joshua get to kiss Elsa in "Middleman"?
(a) On a dare.
(b) As part of an audition.
(c) Joshua kisses her when she isn't paying attention.
(d) Because she admits her feelings for him.

5. How does Roddy feel when he returns to work on Monday in "The Rest of It"?
(a) Happy.
(b) Confused.
(c) Worried.
(d) Angry.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where was Joshua's father stationed in the Navy in "Middleman"?

2. Why is Elsa impressed with Joshua's show business career in "Middleman"?

3. Why does Roddy call his ex-wife after learning about Mike's cousin in "The Rest of It"?

4. In "In the Basement," what does the narrator say he heard about Maria and Nicholas' prior breakup?

5. How does Joshua get Mr. Duckworth's attention in "Middleman"?

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