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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In Chapter I, in what tone does Blue say, "Please, please. What can I do?"
(a) Sarcastic.
(b) Angry.
(c) Begging.
(d) Careless.

3. In what country was Blue's money earned?
(a) New Zealand.
(b) Korea.
(c) Samoa.
(d) Australia.

4. At what time is Blue's party to start that Stevens attended?
(a) 6:00.
(b) 7:00.
(c) 9:00.
(d) 8:00.

5. Why does the author include Blue's motion picture idea in the novel?
(a) To give insight into Blue's mind.
(b) To tell an interesting story.
(c) To possibly get it made into a movie.
(d) To add pages to the novel.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the great surprise at Blue's party in Chapter II?

2. What is Blue's response to Stevens saying the owner of the skyscraper would kick him off if he knew he was there?

3. How does Blue make others feel?

4. How does the narrator feel about Steven's description of Blue?

5. What does Blue argue for the abolition of?

(see the answer key)

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