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1. How does Micah earn a living, as explained in Chapter 1?

Micah earns a living by working two jobs. First, he operates a tech-support company called Tech Hermit. At night, he is the superintendent of the building where he lives in the basement. He is also the author of First, Plug It In, an instructional manual to help people use technology.

2. What does the reader learn about Micah’s personal life, as revealed in Chapter 1?

Micah's personal life is very quiet. He has a girlfriend named Cass, but the narrator notes that the two lead pretty separate lives. Micah does not seem to have any friends.

3. Who or what is Traffic God? What does this scene illustrate about Micah’s character, as revealed in Chapter 1?

Traffic God is the imaginary surveillance system that Micah pretends evaluates his driving. While he drives, Micah imagines Traffic God praising him for his perfect driving technique. This scene illustrates that Micah follows rules and regulations exactly and considers himself exemplary for doing so.

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