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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 the story "The Killeres," what is the name of the restaurant where the two killers come in search of Ole Andreson?
(a) Bob's Place.
(b) Henry's.
(c) Henry's Place.
(d) Frederick's.

2. What relationship does Pinn have to the major in "A Simple Enquiry"?
(a) Pinn is the major's cousin.
(b) Pinn is the major's son.
(c) Pinn is the major's brother.
(d) Pinn is the major's orderly.

3. In his drunken state, what does William speak through in the story "A Pursuite Race"?
(a) A paper cup.
(b) His hands.
(c) A magical wand.
(d) A sheet.

4. In "A Pursuit Race," what word does Mr. Turner use instead of saying "drunk" to William?
(a) Wasted.
(b) Stewed.
(c) Sick.
(d) Under-the-weather.

5. In what city does the story "A Pursuit Race" end up?
(a) Kansas City.
(b) New York City.
(c) Oklahoma City.
(d) Paris.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does William have on his forearm, that he shows to Mr. Turner, in "A Pursuit Race"?

2. What does the major call Pinn at the end of "A Simple Enquiry"?

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

4. What does Pinn put on the stove when he enters the major's room in "A Simple Enquiry"?

5. In "A Simple Enquiry," why does the major put oil on his face?

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