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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. Which of the following is the best description of Leamas' life, from the public's point of view, once he leaves British intelligence?
(a) A personal success story.
(b) An amazing military victory.
(c) A quick fall from power.
(d) A respectable transition.

2. After he stops working for British intelligence, where does Leamas live?
(a) In a retirement home.
(b) Out in the country on a farm.
(c) In a small, shabby apartment.
(d) In his family's home.

3. How much does Kiever offer Leamas as payment for his cover job?
(a) 15,000 dollars.
(b) 15,000 pounds.
(c) 15,000 euros.
(d) 15,000 yen.

4. What does Leamas think about on his flight back to London after meeting with Control?
(a) His fiance.
(b) His career.
(c) His medals.
(d) His injuries.

5. Who is Miss Crail?
(a) A librarian.
(b) An old family friend of Leamas'.
(c) A secretary.
(d) A housekeeper.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Leamas believe Ashe to be?

2. When Liz is visited by someone while Leamas is in prison, the visitor leaves what kind of impression with Liz?

3. In Chapter 5, what does Leamas ask the grocer for?

4. In what time period is this novel taking place?

5. Who are the British allied with?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the choice Leamas makes in Chapter 3 about who he hangs out with. Why does he make that choice.

2. Why does Leamas take a long, complicated route when he meets up with his contact after being released from prison?

3. What does Leamas' political philosophy (or lack thereof) symbolize?

4. What do Leamas' interactions with other people in Chapter 2 tell the reader about his character?

5. What shooting rule do the West German guards operate under?

6. What does Leamas think about his career on his flight to London to meet with Control?

7. In Chapter 3, is Leamas the spy the same person as Leamas the public man? Why or why not?

8. Name 3 things you learn about Leamas in Chapter 1.

9. Based on the description of Leamas in Chapter 2, list 3 adjectives that describe him physically.

10. Using at least 3 adjectives, describe the overall tone of Chapter 1.

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