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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9 - 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mr. Button react when Benjamin accidentally breaks a window in the kitchen playing with a sling shot?
(a) He is very concerned.
(b) He is very disappointed.
(c) He is very surprised.
(d) He is very pleased.

2. In Chapter VIII, how does Hildegarde welcome Benjamin home?
(a) With a party thrown in his honor.
(b) With a large banner.
(c) With the waving of a large silk flag.
(d) With divorce papers.

3. Once the colonel sees Benjamin’s official papers, what does he do?
(a) He takes Benjamin to headquarters.
(b) He throws him out on the street.
(c) He begins to laugh at him.
(d) He has him arrested.

4. What does Benjamin request of his father, regarding Hildegarde?
(a) A letter of recommendation.
(b) An introduction.
(c) A dance card.
(d) A phone call.

5. How does the colonel initially respond to Benjamin in Chapter X?
(a) He is amused.
(b) He is annoyed.
(c) He is concerned.
(d) He is angry.

Short Answer Questions

1. Much of Benjamin’s life had improved over the years, except what?

2. What does Benjamin request of his father, now that he sees he is growing younger?

3. Why is Benjamin unable to focus on his father's conversation on the way back home?

4. Why is the Button wholesale business so successful?

5. Who escorts Benjamin home from the train station after returning from war?

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