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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Checking It Out | Chapter 10, Hallorann.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Danny sitting on the curb sulking?
(a) His mother has just screamed and scolded him
(b) He awaits his father to fix his glider
(c) His dog is missing for over 1 hour
(d) Tom, the drunk man on the third floor scares him

2. Why is Mrs. Brent causing a fuss?
(a) The hotel cannot account for some of her jewelry
(b) She thinks the bill is overcharged
(c) She is not allowed to pay with her American Express card
(d) Her second husband has checked out without her

3. What is the purpose of the thermostats at Overlook?
(a) Are all set at the same temperature
(b) Are just for show, not connected
(c) Keep the dust to a minimum
(d) Control the guest rooms within 2 degrees of setting

4. When Danny shines what is the name of the imaginary person?
(a) Danny
(b) George
(c) Tony
(d) Ullman

5. How does Danny feel while he sits with his parents in the Overlook lobby?
(a) Too tired for people watching
(b) Excited
(c) Worried
(d) Content

Short Answer Questions

1. What is student George Hatfield doing when Jack attacks him?

2. Watson explains every hotel has its scandals. What is Overlook's?

3. What happens as Danny stands at the bedroom window at 2 AM?

4. Why is Jack ranting before Danny provides the answer?

5. Why is Stuart Ullman hiring Jack to be caretaker of the Overlook?

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