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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to the cobblestones as Paul's secret progresses?
(a) They become clearer.
(b) They become hidden.
(c) They become smoother.
(d) They become muffled.

2. How does Paul describe the postman's knock on the door of his house?
(a) Disappointing.
(b) Surprising.
(c) Insignificant.
(d) Tremendous.

3. What kind of a life does Paul think he is leading?
(a) A pointless life.
(b) A double life.
(c) A deceptive life.
(d) A triple life.

4. What is it becoming harder to do for Paul?
(a) Stay warm.
(b) Face the sun.
(c) Go to sleep.
(d) Get out of bed.

5. How many footsteps before the knock at the door does Paul hear on the morning of Part 1?
(a) Four or five.
(b) One or two.
(c) Two or three.
(d) Three or four.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to the postman's footsteps, as Paul recalls?

2. At what cost does Paul believe he must keep his secret?

3. What does Paul's mother tell him might need to be done?

4. What happens to the snow while Paul's secret becomes more apparent?

5. How does Paul now view the bare roofs?

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