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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: Pages 1-25.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When the men indicate that they do not trust Battersby to hold the group's money, who volunteers to be the group's treasurer?
(a) Harry.
(b) Fitzwilliams.
(c) Jean.
(d) Poor.

2. On what day of the week does the story open?
(a) Saturday.
(b) Sunday.
(c) Friday.
(d) Monday.

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

4. What does Battersby mean when he says "You is one of we" (9)?
(a) The person he is speaking to is from the same background as Battersby.
(b) All people are equal and have equal rights.
(c) There are two people in the conversation and both viewpoints count.
(d) It is important to remember what we have in common with others.

5. What word does Battersby use to describe his sister?
(a) Fire.
(b) Storm.
(c) Shark.
(d) Bulldog.

Short Answer Questions

1. What word does the narrator use to refer to the structure of his storytelling?

2. What time does Battersby usually wake up to get ready for work?

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

4. What do Battersby and Harry go out to get when Battersby's friends gather at his apartment?

5. What is Battersby's sister irritated about when she comes downstairs to where Battersby's friends have gathered?

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