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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book One, Occam's Razor: Chapters 16-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Hank's father get the dog?
(a) Its previous owner died.
(b) It was a stray their neighbor found.
(c) Its previous owner went into a nursing home.
(d) Its previous owner developed allergies.

2. Hank has a dog named Occam. What kind of dog is Occam?
(a) A Golden Retriever.
(b) A black Labrador Retriever.
(c) A white German Shepherd.
(d) An Irish Setter.

3. Why does Hank consider that he was a difficult child?
(a) He was a slow learner.
(b) He was always in trouble.
(c) He was hyperactive.
(d) He was needy and noisy.

4. After meeting Meg in the cafeteria, Hank has lunch in a bowling alley with Jacob Rose. Who is Jacob?
(a) The college bursar.
(b) The college dean.
(c) The college registrar.
(d) A wealthy donor to the college.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What state is Railton College in?

2. What does Hank suggest to his daughter that they do about her situation?

3. What did Hank's father become famous for?

4. What does Hank do with what he finds on a shelf in Pope's office?

5. In Chapter 3, where does Hank end up, after he has made the decision to go out?

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