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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the companion's valet on the train?
(a) Cuthbert.
(b) James.
(c) Hax.
(d) Roland.

2. To what country does <i>The Daily Beast</i> want William Boot to travel?
(a) Iceland.
(b) America.
(c) Ishmaelia.
(d) France.

3. When William first arrives at the Megalopolitan building, he finds it:
(a) Disappointing.
(b) Disconcerting.
(c) Dirty.
(d) Small.

4. Which activity is Mrs. Stitch NOT performing from her bed when John Boot visits?
(a) Knitting a quilt.
(b) Signing cheques.
(c) Deciding on costumes for a charity ballet.
(d) Answering the crossword.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What position does John Boot initially seek from Mr. Stitch as a means of foreign employ?

2. On what animal has William Boot composed one of his "more finished essays," as reported in Book 1, Chapter 2?

3. From where is William supposed to leave England?

4. What French philosopher is mentioned in Book 1, Chapter 4, section 6?

5. What important individual initially meets William at the equipment emporium?

(see the answer key)

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