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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter III.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the narrator feel about Steven's description of Blue?
(a) That it was a lie.
(b) That it was exaggerated.
(c) That it was believable.
(d) That it was the truth.

2. Fill in the following quote by the narrator from Chapter III: "You mean every husband is a sort of ___________."
(a) Scholar.
(b) Martyr.
(c) Saint.
(d) God.

3. According to Stevens, what is Blue fond of?
(a) The public library.
(b) Astronomy.
(c) The military.
(d) Band music.

4. In Blue's idea for a motion picture, what is punishable by death?
(a) The reading of the New Testament.
(b) The cultivation of decorative growth.
(c) Attending a church service.
(d) Growing crops.

5. What is Blue most proud of in his living situation after he gave away his money?
(a) A treasured nightlight.
(b) The view of the city.
(c) That he didn't need material possessions.
(d) A skylight.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Blue gave away his money, where does he live?

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

3. In England, who does Blue visit the important places in the life of?

4. What is the highlight of the evening at Blue's party in Chapter II?

5. How old is Blue in Chapter I?

(see the answer key)

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