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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book One, Occam's Razor: Chapters 1-5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did the dog do soon after it arrived at Hank's?
(a) It bit Hank.
(b) It hid in the basement.
(c) It dropped dead.
(d) It ran away.

2. Why are some of Hank's colleagues angry about his property?
(a) Its value is so much higher than theirs.
(b) It is painted garish colors.
(c) He will not sell the lots on either side of him.
(d) His yard is full of junk.

3. What is the name of the subdivision that Hank and his wife live in?
(a) Alleghany Place.
(b) College Heights.
(c) College View.
(d) Alleghany Estates.

4. What can be said about Hank's childhood?
(a) He was one of five children.
(b) He never knew his father.
(c) He moved frequently.
(d) He was sickly.

5. What did Hank's mother want him to do in exchange for allowing him to have a dog?
(a) To clean his room every Saturday morning.
(b) To take up a paper route.
(c) To agree to spend time with his grandparents.
(d) To stop slamming the door.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Hank try to convince his parents to get a dog?

2. What name did Hank give the dog?

3. In the Prologue, how old is Hank?

4. Why was Hank disappointed when his father finally brought home a dog?

5. Generally, how does Hank's father deal with Hank?

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