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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Pursuit Race.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "A Simple Enquiry," why does the major put oil on his face?
(a) Because he has burns and blisters.
(b) Because he has open cuts.
(c) Because he has dry skin.
(d) Because he is nervous and sweaty.

2. What is Mr. Turner's relationship to William in "A Pursuite Race"?
(a) He is his co-worker.
(b) He is his father.
(c) He is his brother.
(d) He is his manager.

3. In "A Simple Enquiry," what does the major call Pinn?
(a) A good man.
(b) His best friend.
(c) A good boy.
(d) An excellent soldier.

4. In which month does the story “A Simple Enquiry” take place?
(a) In late April.
(b) In late March.
(c) In May.
(d) In mid - March.

5. Where was William when the burlesque show caught up with him in "A Pursuit Race"?
(a) Gambling.
(b) In bed.
(c) Downtown.
(d) At the bar.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does William yell to Mr. Turner when he enters his room in "A Pursuit Race"?

2. In "A Pursuit Race," what word does Mr. Turner use instead of saying "drunk" to William?

3. What does the major say will likely happen if Pinn returns to the war in the story "A Simple Enquiry"?

4. How old is the character Pinn in "A Simple Enquiry"?

5. What phrase do the two killers use when mocking Nick in "The Killers"?

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