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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 36, what was the number of the Repair and Salvage Unit where Bernard worked as a mechanic?
(a) 298.
(b) 317.
(c) 347.
(d) 186.

2. In Chapter 30, where is Gilbert supposed to make a delivery?
(a) King's Cross.
(b) Bajrnehurts.
(c) Aldwych.
(d) Haggerston.

3. How much does Queenie charge for her rooms each week?
(a) 4 pounds.
(b) 3 pounds.
(c) 2 1/2 pounds.
(d) 2 pounds.

4. In Chapter 41, what is the name of one man who got out of the fire on the basha?
(a) Butch.
(b) Spike.
(c) Curly.
(d) Spark.

5. Where did Bernard work before he joined the RAF?
(a) Accounting firm.
(b) Architect's office.
(c) Engineering office.
(d) Bank.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 22, what color is the blanket that Hortense takes out of her trunk?

2. What is the farthest that Hortense can be from the fire to feel the heat?

3. In Chapter 37, what did the troops get when the Japanese surrendered?

4. How old was Bernard's mother when she died?

5. What was the name of Aunt Dorothy's dog?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Gilbert wake Hortense in Chapter 20?

2. Who was Maxi?

3. What is Gilbert pleased to find Queenie Bligh at first?

4. How did Queenie describe a family that lost their home in the bombings and were sent to live in her neighbor's house?

5. Why did Queenie marry Bernard?

6. What does Gilbert ask Hortense to do before he gets home?

7. Why was Bernard accused of deserting his post in Chapter 42?

8. Why is Hortense reluctant to buy a loaf of bread?

9. What supplies finally arrived after the war was over in Chapter 40?

10. Why is Hortense confused when Queenie says that she is not ashamed to be seen on the street with her?

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