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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1, Chapters 1-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Borlú's boss gives him what surprising freedom?
(a) The freedom to arrest anyone he suspects.
(b) The freedom to follow his instincts.
(c) The freedom to question other officers.
(d) The freedom to take the weekend off.

2. What is Inspector Borlú's first name?
(a) Tyrion.
(b) Tylor.
(c) Tyador.
(d) Taylor.

3. What characterizes the city in which Borlú lives and works?
(a) Borlú's city is full of life and color.
(b) Borlú's city is run-down and drab.
(c) Borlú's city is modern and sleek.
(d) Borlú's city is a hub of tourism.

4. In what city does Borlú live and work?
(a) Bol Ye'an.
(b) Pocost Village.
(c) Ul Qoma.
(d) Beszel.

5. The accent of Borlú's anonymous informant indicates what about him?
(a) He comes from Ul Qoma.
(b) He comes from Australia.
(c) He comes from America.
(d) He comes from Beszel.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is notable about the DöplirCaffé?

2. The pathologist discovers the victim was covered in what odd substance?

3. Who owns the van that transported the victim?

4. Bardo Naustin, another detective, believes the murder victim was in what profession?

5. Where was the owner of the van on the night of the murder?

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