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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Mr. Wurmt?
(a) The English privy councillor.
(b) The German privy councillor.
(c) The Russian privy councillor.
(d) The French privy councillor.

2. Where did Mr. Verloc live before he got married?
(a) In view of the Thames River.
(b) In Greenwich Park.
(c) Near Trafalgar Square.
(d) In Belgravia Square.

3. Whom does Mr. Vladimir propose Mr. Verloc enlist in order to accomplish Vladimir's bomb plot?
(a) Former military explosives experts that Mr. Verloc knows.
(b) Mr. Verloc's family.
(c) Mr. Verloc's International Red Committee friends.
(d) Other secret agents that Mr. Verloc is acquainted with.

4. What is Winnie's attitude toward Stevie?
(a) Winnie is spiteful in dealing with Stevie.
(b) Winnie is very maternal.
(c) Winnie gives Stevie attention only when it is to her benefit.
(d) Winnie pretty much ignores Stevie.

5. When Mr. Verloc first met Winnie, what were she and her family operating?
(a) A diner.
(b) A butcher shop.
(c) A boarding house.
(d) A pub.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Stevie's reaction upon hearing the Red Committee discussion that took place in the Verloc residence regarding social reform?

2. Who is the spy named in the title of The Secret Agent?

3. Following the Red Committee meeting, what is Mr. Verloc's opinion regarding his earlier meeting with Mr. Vladimir?

4. Who is usually privileged to sit in the horsehair armchair in the parlor?

5. What is Mr. Verloc's usual schedule?

(see the answer key)

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