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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Day 1, Evening.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What literary device does the author use when describing Stevens' last chance to see a spectacular view?
(a) Irony
(b) Metaphor
(c) Foreshadowing
(d) Symbolism

2. How can Stevens' personality be described?
(a) Obsessive
(b) Quirky
(c) Aggressive
(d) Shy

3. What does Mr. Stevens hope to purchase before his trip?
(a) New books
(b) New clothes
(c) New luggage
(d) New car

4. Why has Stevens missed out on a normal life?
(a) He is too shy to get married
(b) He does not like meeting new people
(c) He is devoted to his job
(d) He does not drive

5. Mr. Stevens is not comfortable with American ________________.
(a) literature
(b) customs
(c) food
(d) sensibilities

Short Answer Questions

1. Where has Mr. Stevens been employed for many years?

2. How long has Mr. Stevens been employed in this position?

3. To what does Stevens compare himself?

4. What does Mr. Stevens consider critical to his work?

5. How does the encounter with the old man at the forest symbolize Stevens' personality?

(see the answer key)

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