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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. Why is Mr. Steele so hostile towards Mark when they are first introduced to each other at Belbury?
(a) He is upset that Mark is being placed in his department without his permission.
(b) He is hostile towards everyone.
(c) He knows that Mark is being hired to replace him.
(d) He hates Bracton College and everyone who works there.

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

3. What does Jane say that gets her admitted into St. Anne's?
(a) She pledges a pact of secrecy.
(b) She said she was sent by Dr. Dimble.
(c) She says she is desperate for help.
(d) She offers money.

4. Why does Miss Ironwood not cure Jane's dreams?
(a) She is sure that the dreams will fade on their own.
(b) Miss Ironwood does not believe the dreams are really happening.
(c) Miss Ironwood does not have the power for this.
(d) They are not a plague, but a gift.

5. Why can Mrs. Maggs no longer work for Jane?
(a) She is now working for St. Anne's.
(b) Her house is also in Bragdon Wood and is being torn down.
(c) She has quit due to her poor treatment by Jane.
(d) She is now working for the N.I.C.E.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Mark's reaction when Reverend Straik mentions Jesus?

2. What is in the center of Bragdon Wood?

3. How long have the Studdocks been married?

4. What is the name of the murdered man who Feverstone says was the only man who could help with the interplanetary problems?

5. What does Reverend Straik tell Mark that he cannot do once he joins the N.I.C.E.?

(see the answer key)

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