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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Liquidation of Anachronisms.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much does a lifetime membership in the N.I.C.E. cost?
(a) 200 pounds.
(b) It is free with a life pledge of loyalty.
(c) 500 pounds.
(d) 150 dollars.

2. What does Mark not want as his primary job if he takes a position with the N.I.C.E.?
(a) Research.
(b) Writing.
(c) Teaching.
(d) Sociology.

3. What happens when Mark distances himself from Belbury?
(a) He is plagued with strange visions.
(b) He longs to return to Belbury.
(c) He begins thinking clearly again.
(d) He feels the need to spread the news of the goodness of the N.I.C.E.

4. What does Feverstone say to Mark about Curry and Busby after they leave the dinner party at the College?
(a) He is suspicious of their deeper motives.
(b) He thinks they are rather stupid.
(c) He thinks they are N.I.C.E. spies.
(d) He is grateful to have them on his side.

5. What mythical character does Mr. Dimble refer to while speaking with Jane about Bragdon Wood?
(a) Saint Nicholas.
(b) The Norse God of Thunder.
(c) King Arthur.
(d) Zeuss.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mark feel so awkward at lunch on his first day at Belbury?

2. What is Jane's first impression of Lord Feverstone?

3. What happens to the man in Jane's dream who was in a car coming home in the dark?

4. What happened to Mr. Hingest the night after he announced his decision to leave the N.I.C.E.?

5. What did the man that Jane sees in the newspaper do to be imprisoned?

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