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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Norris is paid for importing and exporting which of the following:
(a) Information.
(b) Antiques.
(c) Books.
(d) Bearer bonds.

2. What is Schmidt's condition in this part of the story?
(a) Down and out.
(b) Removed.
(c) Disinterested.
(d) Thriving.

3. What mode of transportation does Bradshaw use to return to Berlin?
(a) Bus.
(b) Boat.
(c) Train.
(d) Car.

4. What was Norris' true destination?
(a) Paris.
(b) Sydney.
(c) Berlin.
(d) London.

5. Bradshaw seeks the truth by looking at Norris' _______.
(a) Criminal history.
(b) Diary.
(c) Face.
(d) Financial papers.

6. The reader learns that there was a confrontation between which two characters?
(a) Norris and the Baron.
(b) Otto and Anni.
(c) Norris and Schmidt.
(d) Bradshaw and Schmidt.

7. What group escalated in power?
(a) Nazis.
(b) Allies.
(c) Communists.
(d) US Intelligence.

8. What word is best used to describe the behavior received by Bradshaw in the bar?
(a) Apathetic.
(b) Angry.
(c) Melancholy.
(d) Dismissive.

9. What government action takes place shortly before Bradshaw leaves the country?
(a) Elections.
(b) President's arrest.
(c) National holiday.
(d) Coup.

10. What holiday do Bradshaw and Norris spend together?
(a) New Year's Eve.
(b) Fourth of July.
(c) Christmas.
(d) Thanksgiving.

11. A man with what title accompanies Norris to the party?
(a) Viscount.
(b) Prince.
(c) Baron.
(d) Duke.

12. Who is responsible for making up lies about Norris?
(a) Margot.
(b) Bradshaw.
(c) Baron.
(d) Schmidt.

13. What item of Mr. Norris' is examined closely?
(a) Briefcase.
(b) Passport.
(c) Luggage.
(d) Wig.

14. With which appliance does Schroeder have an urgent problem?
(a) Hot water heater.
(b) Washing machine.
(c) Refrigerator.
(d) Stove.

15. Around which subject do the lies revolve?
(a) Sexuality.
(b) Patriotism.
(c) Police record.
(d) Finances.

Short Answer Questions

1. For which organization does the Baron work?

2. Where did Norris go after leaving Mexico?

3. How long does the event last?

4. Where does Bradshaw go after leaving Berlin?

5. Who leaves Berlin suddenly and without an explanation?

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