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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to the postman's footsteps, as Paul recalls?
(a) They gradually become more distinct.
(b) They gradually become less annoying.
(c) They gradually become more indistinct.
(d) They gradually become more annoying.

2. What causes Paul to think about his secret?
(a) The first hour.
(b) The ocean.
(c) The sky.
(d) The first morning.

3. According to Paul's assumption, what does the snow make in between the houses?
(a) Little circles.
(b) Little squares.
(c) Little triangles.
(d) Little rectangles.

4. What does the snow form as Paul approaches his street?
(a) A random mess.
(b) A transparent mirage.
(c) A constant array of color.
(d) A solid wall.

5. How do Paul's parents feel as they talk with the doctor?
(a) Oblivious.
(b) Relieved.
(c) Sad.
(d) Irritated.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Miss Buell have on her desk?

2. What cannot compare with the snow, according to Paul?

3. What does the snow promise to Paul as he is being examined by the doctor in Part 3?

4. How does Paul describe the roadway on his street in Part 1?

5. How is the cement sidewalk designed, according to Paul's description?

(see the answer key)

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