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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters IV and V.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter I, what advice does the narrator want to give Blue?
(a) To go see his confessor.
(b) To get a second opinion.
(c) To get a real job.
(d) To call his father.

2. Fill in the following quote from Chapter I: " I have more ____________ than anyone alive."
(a) Children.
(b) Friends.
(c) Automobiles.
(d) Checking accounts.

3. How does the narrator get down from the skyscraper in Chapter II?
(a) He sprints down the stairs as fast as he can.
(b) He walks down the stairs.
(c) He jumps using a human kite.
(d) He rides the elevator.

4. What does Blue leave for Mrs. Murphy?
(a) A key to his rooftop skyscraper.
(b) $100 dollars.
(c) A treasure map.
(d) A typed letter addressed to "My Good Dear Mother."

5. The last time someone saw Stevens, what is he doing?
(a) Leaving Blue's skyscraper.
(b) Drinking at the bar.
(c) At the movies.
(d) Trying to blow up the bank.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the narrator think is wrong with Blue's motion picture idea?

2. How much money does Blue really have?

3. What kind of society does Blue want the narrator to write a booklet for?

4. What kind of work does Mrs. Murphy do?

5. Fill in the following quote by Blue from Chapter III: "I have no interest in time or key. ________ are what I like."

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