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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 side of the Ishmaelite conflict does Lord Copper insist is in the right?
(a) The Traitors.
(b) The Patriots.
(c) The Rebels.
(d) The Independents.

2. What beverage does Corker attempt to order from the steward on the boat?
(a) A glass of Riesling.
(b) A pint of bitter.
(c) A tablespoon of butter.
(d) A glass of Bourdeaux.

3. To what does "unnatural" correspond in the telegram William receives at Aden?
(a) Universal News.
(b) Sea travel.
(c) Expenses.
(d) Ishmaelia.

4. Where is William Boot, on his return to England, first met by a <i>Daily Beast</i> representative?
(a) Boot Magna Hall.
(b) Dover.
(c) London.
(d) Victoria.

5. How many lords are on staff at the Megalopolitan office?
(a) One.
(b) Sixteen.
(c) Eight.
(d) Twelve.

Short Answer Questions

1. From what famous individual has Uncle Bernard traced William Boot's descent?

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

3. What longtime secret ambition of William's is near to fulfillment towards the end of Book 1, Chapter 3?

4. On William and Corker's train to Ishmaelia, who selfishly occupies one of the four first-class compartments?

5. To where does William move after two photographers join his and Corker's room at the Hotel Liberty?

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