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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Pierre, the bootblack who shines Julius’ shoes, used to do before he became a boot black?
(a) Policeman.
(b) Butcher.
(c) Janitor.
(d) Hairdresser.

2. What is Nadège’s relationship with Julius?
(a) Ex-girlfriend.
(b) Friend.
(c) Girlfriend.
(d) Co-worker.

3. What does Julius say was the true source of second-class warrant officer Musibau’s anger at him?
(a) He saw Julius as an outsider.
(b) He saw Julius as a colonizer.
(c) He saw Julius as a worthless African.
(d) He saw Julius as an insubordinate soldier.

4. What does Julius notice about people’s clothing, as he takes the subway around the city?
(a) That it is mostly dark colors.
(b) That it expresses people’s individualism.
(c) That it is extremely variable.
(d) That it reflects numerous cultures.

5. What kind of music does Julius say he listens to?
(a) Jazz.
(b) Classic rock.
(c) Rock.
(d) Classical.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Open City set?

2. What effect does Julius’ father’s death have on Julius’ studies?

3. What is the “halo” Julius sees around Dr. Saito’s head comprised of (11)?

4. What disease does Julius say killed his father?

5. What was Julius’ friend Dr. Saito’s field of study?

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