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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 5: Pages 101-125.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What can be inferred about Hampstead and Mayfair from Gallows's discussion with the estate agent?
(a) These areas are less racially prejudiced.
(b) These are wealthy areas.
(c) Both have a large number of vacant properties.
(d) Both are a long way from central London.

2. What does the narrator compare the mens' appetites for women to?
(a) Hyenas.
(b) Lions.
(c) Dogs.
(d) Bulls.

3. As her conversation with Matilda continues, what second objection to Harry does Jean raise?
(a) He is too innocent.
(b) He is too generous.
(c) He is too serious.
(d) He is too religious.

4. Who is the author of The Housing Lark?
(a) Derek Walcott.
(b) Junot Diaz.
(c) Lawrence Scott.
(d) Sam Selvon.

5. What is Gallows looking for when he comes into Battersby's apartment?
(a) A button.
(b) A scrap of paper.
(c) A joint.
(d) A five-pound note.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the market, when Alfy calls out to Poor that he is "dying for a cigarette," what reason does he give for not smoking one (39)?

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

3. What does Alfy do during the bus trip to Hamdon Court?

4. Which man volunteers to keep an eye on everyone and fine them if they are caught wasting money on drinking, smoking, or dating?

5. Who is the first of the friends to ask Bat for his money back?

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