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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through chapters 9-10, Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Hamper's theory, why did the shop-rats listen to that kind of music?
(a) It's the only station their radio can pick up.
(b) It's redundant and predictable like their work.
(c) It's the music their fathers always listened to.
(d) It's the music they grew up with.

2. In general terms, how did Hamper feel as he drove away from GM for the last time?
(a) Nostalgic.
(b) Sad.
(c) Lucky.
(d) Thrilled.

3. What machine did Hamper operate in the Cab Shop?
(a) A hammer.
(b) A mig-welder.
(c) A spot-welder.
(d) A sealer.

4. Who did Bob-A-Lou marry?
(a) Hamper's cousin.
(b) A woman who worked in the Finishing Line at GM.
(c) The cafeteria cashier.
(d) A woman in the Philippines.

5. Why did Polson, another shop-rat, become angry at Hamper?
(a) Hamper had written an angry article about the Rivet Line.
(b) Hamper was trying to get a manager position over Polson.
(c) Polson could not stand Hamper's pranks at work.
(d) Hamper had written a disparaging article about deer hunting.

Short Answer Questions

1. Oftentimes, when was a woman placed on the assembly line?

2. What was Hamper's opinion of coffee?

3. How had Hamper imagined his father's work before he saw it?

4. What car part did Hamper's father install at the factory?

5. What was Glen's dream job?

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