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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4: Pages 76-100.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Bat say is wrong with the house that he supposedly went to see in Cricklewood?
(a) It has dry rot.
(b) It is too large.
(c) It is not on a bus line.
(d) It needs a new roof.

2. Why does Gallows say that he feels sorry for Harry?
(a) Because Bat takes advantage of Harry.
(b) Because Harry is Jamaican.
(c) Because Harry is having trouble selling his music.
(d) Because Harry is in love with Jean.

3. Which phrase that Bat allegedly reads from the housing listings on page 61 is a clue that he might be lying?
(a) "All part of the country."
(b) "Large selection."
(c) "Our mortgage facilities."
(d) "Highly-residential houses."

4. Why are many people in the West Indian community upset with Poor?
(a) Because of what happened to Harry.
(b) Because Poor is a drug dealer.
(c) Because Poor is trying to disrupt the excursion.
(d) Because Poor acts as if he is better than other West Indians.

5. Which of the friends urges the others to give Bat a chance to explain what is happening with the housing plan?
(a) Poor.
(b) Nobby.
(c) Gallows.
(d) Alfy.

Short Answer Questions

1. On the summer night when everyone gathers at Bat's apartment, how does Bat prepare for their visit?

2. According to Bat's reading of one housing listing, how much money will the friends need for a deposit on a house in Notting Hill?

3. What is Syl's constant cross-kissing meant to show about him?

4. What does Harry do to make himself feel better after his conversation with Jean near the park?

5. Each time the men go by Fitz and Teena's house, what do they find Fitz doing?

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