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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mr. Pappenhack regularly use as a sedative when his mind is restless?
(a) The evening newspaper.
(b) Whiskey.
(c) <i>Le Fleurs du Mal</i>.
(d) A toy train.

2. For how long has Mrs. Stitch been stranded in her car when William arrives?
(a) Four minutes.
(b) Seventy-two minutes.
(c) Half an hour.
(d) Three hours.

3. How much money is William given by <i>The Daily Beast</i> in traveler's checks?
(a) 10,000 pounds.
(b) 1,000 pounds.
(c) 1000 shillings.
(d) 100 pounds.

4. What are the last two items William adds to his kit from the equipment emporium?
(a) A coil of rope and a sheet of tin.
(b) A set of surgical instruments and portable humidor.
(c) Two cleft sticks.
(d) A Christmas hamper and Santa Claus costume.

5. How much does William's toothbrush purchased from the hotel cost?
(a) One pound.
(b) Eight pounds.
(c) Four shillings.
(d) Five shillings.

Short Answer Questions

1. From what country does the supposed spy uncovered by Shumble reportedly come?

2. To where do the Ishmaelian taxi drivers in Jacksonburg take foreigners when the latter cannot be understood?

3. What is the capital city of Ishmaelia?

4. For what item is William asked at the very end of Book 1, Chapter 3?

5. What has Nannie Bloggs promised William if ever she wins the Irish Sweepstakes?

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