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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following monkeys does NOT belong to the "household trinity"?
(a) Hear no evil.
(b) Smell no evil.
(c) Speak no evil.
(d) See no evil.

2. How many rooms is William's estate drained to after the stock market crash?
(a) Three.
(b) One.
(c) Two.
(d) Four.

3. To which Biblical character does Augie often compare himself when discussing his relationship with the Renlings?
(a) Abraham.
(b) Elijah.
(c) Moses.
(d) Joseph.

4. Which of the following ailments begins to plague Momma in her old age?
(a) She is going weak.
(b) All of the above.
(c) She is going blind.
(d) She is going deaf.

5. What type of neighborhood does the March family live in?
(a) An Irish neighborhood.
(b) A Polish neighborhood.
(c) An Italian neighborhood.
(d) A Jewish neighborhood.

Short Answer Questions

1. To which state does Mrs. Renling take Augie so he can vacation in a resort?

2. How old is Augie when he gets his first job?

3. What does Augie claim gangster funerals smell like?

4. Which of the following adjectives best describes the Coblins', household?

5. How much money does Gorman promise to pay Augie for helping him smuggle Canadians over the border?

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