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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what street is William suddenly whisked off to in a taxi in order to cover a story regarding Mrs. Stitch?
(a) Walker Street.
(b) Fleet Street.
(c) Sloane Street.
(d) St. Bride's Avenue.

2. Where does John Boot wish to be sent, as revealed in his private conversation with Mrs. Stitch?
(a) France.
(b) India.
(c) Madagascar.
(d) Ishmaelia.

3. What important individual initially meets William at the equipment emporium?
(a) John Boot.
(b) Lord Copper.
(c) General Cruttwell.
(d) Algernon Stitch.

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

5. On what animal has William Boot composed one of his "more finished essays," as reported in Book 1, Chapter 2?
(a) The willow-tailed fox.
(b) The badger.
(c) The great crested grebe.
(d) The wolf.

Short Answer Questions

1. What word describes William Boot's opinion of his visits to London?

2. Why does John Boot want to get away from London?

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

4. In what month do the events of the <i>Scoop</i> begin to unfold?

5. What are the last two items William adds to his kit from the equipment emporium?

(see the answer key)

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