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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Augie steal from the department store at Christmas time, leading to his prompt firing from the position?
(a) Money.
(b) Masking tape.
(c) Socks.
(d) Shaving cream.

2. What school subject does Manny Pedilla excel in?
(a) Philosophy.
(b) English.
(c) Math.
(d) Science.

3. What is the term "skyscraper leaps" another name for?
(a) Suicide.
(b) Investment.
(c) Faith.
(d) Loss.

4. What is the name of the March family's caseworker at the local Charity?
(a) Lubin.
(b) Hinsley.
(c) Franks.
(d) Darrington.

5. To which city did Simon wire money that he borrowed from William?
(a) Seattle.
(b) Buffalo.
(c) Detroit.
(d) San Francisco.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Augie leave the services of the Renlings?

2. Which room of his house does William burn down to please his wife's redecorating ideals?

3. From of the following disabilities does William Einhorn suffer from?

4. What does Manny Pedilla train Augie to steal with him?

5. How does Augie perform in school in comparison to his brother Simon?

Short Essay Questions

1. What type of obituary does William write after his father's death?

2. How does Simon first show his cruelty when Augie works for him?

3. How do Simon and Augie compete when enrolled in college?

4. Why do Augie and William visit a whore house together?

5. How does Augie betray William after the stock market crash?

6. What lecture does William give to Augie after the break in at his pool hall?

7. What type of relationship does Augie have with his mother at the opening of the novel?

8. Who is "The Commissioner" and how does he die?

9. Who is Charlotte Magnus?

10. Who is "Grandma"?

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