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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 21, Night Thoughts | Chapter 22, In the Truck.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Danny doing before bedtime that bothers Wendy?
(a) Reading aloud with a fierce intensity
(b) Scattering his books on the floor
(c) Staring blankly out the bedroom window
(d) Mumbling as if conversing with an unseen person

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

3. Why is Jack ranting before Danny provides the answer?
(a) Wendy's expensive wristwatch is missing
(b) The movers broke at least 6 things
(c) The VW fuel pump has failed
(d) He cannot locate the trunk labeled

4. What indicates to Wendy that all is not right with Danny?
(a) He chatters non-stop
(b) He is tired all the time
(c) Bad dreams every night
(d) She thinks he has lost weight

5. What is Wendy resigned to accept?
(a) Jack and Al will remain drunkards
(b) Danny has an unbreakable bond with Jack
(c) Her restless nights will last the remainder of her lifetime
(d) The family will always struggle and never get ahead

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the background of some guests of the Overlook that Jack reads in an article he finds in the basement?

3. What is the important responsibility of the caretaker that Ullman reminds Jack of?

4. Why is Jack feeling sympathy for Ullman as he says his goodbyes?

5. Why does Dr. Edmonds theorize Danny does not need Tony anymore?

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