View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1, Parts 12-17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is "The Stone"?
(a) The man who works in the west garage.
(b) The superintendent at Oakford station.
(c) The superintendent at West Avon station.
(d) A resident on his postal route.

2. What does Henry buy half a pint of for breakfast in Chapter 1?
(a) Grand dad.
(b) Beer.
(c) Wine.
(d) Milk.

3. Does Henry get in trouble for what he does to the registered letter woman in Chapter 1?
(a) No.
(b) Yes.
(c) Yes, but only with his wife.
(d) Not at the post office, but he is arrested.

4. How many years of service does The Stone have?
(a) 25.
(b) 15.
(c) 10.
(d) 30.

5. How does Henry defend himself against a German shepherd one day on his route?
(a) He uses a branch.
(b) He uses a letter opener.
(c) He uses his mail sack.
(d) He uses a box.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who convinces Henry Chinaski that anyone can be hired as a postal clerk during Christmas?

2. What does Henry say when he reports to Prell station?

3. How does G.G. summon people to give out his special treats?

4. What does the woman who is the recipient of the registered letter do to Henry's face?

5. What crime does Henry end up committing against the registered letter woman in Chapter 1?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 254 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample