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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13, The Front Porch | Chapter 14, Up on the Roof.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Stuart Ullman hiring Jack to be caretaker of the Overlook?
(a) Because of the influence of Albert Shockley
(b) He likes Jack's attitude
(c) He knows Jack needs the money
(d) He wants to give Jack a chance

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

3. What is it that Jack and Al have in common?
(a) Fondness for VWs
(b) Wealthy ancestors
(c) Extramarital affairs
(d) Alcoholism

4. What is the outcome of Jack's attack on George Hatfield?
(a) Jack is fired, George is expelled from school
(b) Jack remains on the faculty 2 more years, George switches teachers
(c) George buys 4 new tires for the VW
(d) George offers the use of his car for the move to the Overlook

5. Who forces reconciliation between Wendy and her mother?
(a) Jack
(b) Her therapist
(c) Danny
(d) Al Shockley

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Jack thinking as he gazes at the wasp nest?

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

3. What does Hallorann always smell before he shines?

4. Who does Jack call while Danny waits in the VW?

5. What is roque?

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