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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Henry decide not to go to The Stone's retirement party?
(a) He feels like he would be intruding.
(b) He is afraid of what he will do.
(c) He is worried he will get in trouble.
(d) He does not want to see him.

2. What does Henry tell the woman who is the recipient of the registered letter in Chapter 1?
(a) If she does not sign, she is robbing the US mail.
(b) She can die.
(c) She is a horrible person.
(d) She can forget ever getting her mail again.

3. What is the first station Henry is assigned to?
(a) West Avon Station.
(b) The West Garage.
(c) The main post office.
(d) He is not assigned, he rotates.

4. What is the relationship like between Henry and The Stone?
(a) Good.
(b) Respectful.
(c) Bad.
(d) Romantic.

5. What color is Fay's hair?
(a) Brown.
(b) Black.
(c) Blond.
(d) Gray.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does the statement "all geniuses are drunkards" refer to?

2. Who gives Henry a letter of warning?

3. What does "soup" stand for in this book?

4. Who says that men at the post office should be judged on 10 trays or one night's work?

5. What does Henry say his racetrack winnings pay for?

(see the answer key)

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