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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What sort of coin does William mistakenly attempt to give the steward on the train to London?
(a) A shilling.
(b) A pound.
(c) A sovereign.
(d) A six-pence.

3. For what do the initials of Corker's agency "U.N." stand?
(a) Universal News.
(b) United News.
(c) Unlimited Nationals.
(d) Universe News.

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

5. What does the American girl, believing that he is going to Ishmaelia, give to John Boot as a good luck charm?
(a) A wet rabbit's foot.
(b) A metal cross.
(c) A locket with her picture.
(d) A bog-oak pig.

Short Answer Questions

1. With how many other passengers does William fly on his way to Paris?

2. Which member of the Boot family owns the motor car?

3. What city is Mr. Salter attempting to locate in an atlas on occasion of his first meeting with William Boot?

4. Where does John Boot wish to be sent, as revealed in his private conversation with Mrs. Stitch?

5. What items does Lord Copper especially impress upon William to take on his trip?

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