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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II (Pages 23 - 44).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who makes most of the deliveries during busy times in Furlong's business?
(a) Ned.
(b) Sam.
(c) Heffery.
(d) Furlong.

2. About how old is Furlong?
(a) About 32.
(b) Almost 50.
(c) Almost 40.
(d) Almost 60.

3. What is the dirtiest work for Furlong?
(a) Gas.
(b) Briquettes.
(c) Coal.
(d) Timber.

4. Where has a new airport just opened up?
(a) Galway.
(b) Knock.
(c) Kildare.
(d) Belfast.

5. What does the nun who pays him make Furlong think of?
(a) A strong, spoiled pony.
(b) A dog.
(c) A cat.
(d) A snake.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Eileen pleased about to do with the Christmas cake?

2. What does Furlong have a head for?

3. Who goes about town with hardly a word of English in Part I?

4. What kind of tree is in the town square for Christmas?

5. What happens to Furlong after he makes the delivery at the convent?

(see the answer key)

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