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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 9, what does Michie say about Dixon's syllabus?
(a) That he thinks it's too heavy.
(b) That he thinks it's too light.
(c) That it is too confusing.
(d) That he likes it.

2. In Chapter 8, why is Welch concerned with the publication date of Dixon's article?
(a) Welch doesn't want it to compete with his article.
(b) He wants to put an ad in the paper.
(c) The publisher sometimes doesn't follow through.
(d) Dixon's job depends on it.

3. How does Margaret discuss her suicide attempt with Dixon?
(a) With sadness.
(b) She won't discuss it with Dixon.
(c) With little emotion.
(d) With anger.

4. Why does Margaret kick Dixon out of her bedroom in Chapter 5?
(a) For being drunk.
(b) For asking for money.
(c) For kissing her.
(d) For passing out.

5. In Chapter 3, why does Dixon want to rush to the bus?
(a) To visit his parents.
(b) To get to Welch's quickly.
(c) To avoid riding with a man he dislikes.
(d) To get the cheaper ticket.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Dixon go after being kicked out of Margaret's room in Chapter 5?

2. How does Dixon try to hide the burn hole in the rug at Welch's?

3. In Chapter 5, how does Dixon finally fall asleep?

4. After talking with Michie about the class syllabus, what does Dixon decide to do?

5. How long will Mr. Julius Gore-Urquhart be in France?

(see the answer key)

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