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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. Who is sitting at the lobby fireplace on the Overlook's closing day?
(a) Ullman's wife
(b) The sheriff
(c) Sidewinder police
(d) 3 nuns

2. What happens as Danny tests his shining on Hallorann?
(a) Hallorann passes out
(b) Nothing
(c) Danny passes out
(d) Hallorann winces, jerks backward and bites his lip

3. Why is Jack mocking George?
(a) Because George is dense
(b) Because George's father is wealthy
(c) Because George is a wimp
(d) Because George stutters

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

5. How does Ullman describe the Florida place?
(a) A dump
(b) Better furnished than Overlook
(c) Will be closed forever next year
(d) A smaller version of Overlook

Short Answer Questions

1. What is it that scares Danny before his shine ends at the curb?

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

3. Why is Mrs. Brent causing a fuss?

4. How does Jack respond to Wendy's suggestion Danny get a check-up?

5. What does Dr. Edmonds say Danny possesses?

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