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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 "In the Basement," what does Carla tell the narrator?
(a) That he is a better man than Nicholas.
(b) That he needs to find a job.
(c) That she will stop nagging him.
(d) That she wants a divorce.

2. Where is Roddy in the beginning of "The Rest of It"?
(a) In his office.
(b) In his car.
(c) In a classroom.
(d) In a news room.

3. In "When in Rome," how does Caleb say Kevin reacted to being choked?
(a) Kevin bit his arm.
(b) Kevin called the police.
(c) Kevin fought back.
(d) Kevin did nothing.

4. Why does Roddy call his ex-wife after learning about Mike's cousin in "The Rest of It"?
(a) Because she is a detective.
(b) Because she always helps him.
(c) Because she works for human services.
(d) Because she is a lawyer.

5. Why does Caleb say Kevin did not get a traffic ticket in "When in Rome"?
(a) Caleb has no idea.
(b) Because he paid the police officer.
(c) Because he knew the police officer.
(d) Because he is lucky.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Roddy do over the weekend in "The Rest of It"?

3. When David Applelow goes to his final interview with Ms. Samuel, how many other people are also waiting to be interviewed?

4. In "In the Basement," why does Nicholas say Lisa's husband's family teases him?

5. Why does Caleb dislike helping his brother in "When in Rome"?

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