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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 - 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do other students do to Benjamin, because they believe he is an old man passing as a young college student?
(a) They throw rocks at him.
(b) They ignore him.
(c) They fire insults at him as he heads to the train.
(d) They cheer him on.

2. Benjamin is the first man in Baltimore to own what?
(a) An automobile.
(b) A telephone.
(c) Indoor plumbing.
(d) A radio.

3. How does Benjamin feel about being mistaken for his son?
(a) He hates it.
(b) It scares him.
(c) He thinks nothing of it.
(d) He enjoys it.

4. Why do Benjamin and his grandfather become great friends?
(a) They both like cigars.
(b) They enjoy discussing the events of the day.
(c) They both know a great deal about history.
(d) They each have no one else to talk to.

5. In Chapter III, when Mr. Button finally gives in and lets Benjamin eat food, what does he allow?
(a) Crackers and cereal.
(b) Fruits and vegetables.
(c) Cakes and cookies.
(d) Bread with butter and oatmeal.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do those in society who meet Benjamin react?

2. Why does Benjamin have an unusual and new reaction when arriving at the dance in Chapter V?

3. The Sunday papers includes comical drawings of Benjamin with what part of his body attached to various animal body parts and a piece of brass?

4. How many dances do Benjamin and Hildegarde share?

5. What is the problem with men who are 25, according to Hildegarde?

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