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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What mesmerizes Billy as he tries to walk away from the bed and breakfast?
(a) The fire in the hearth.
(b) The sign in the front window.
(c) The bouquet of pussy willows.
(d) The green curtains.

2. When Billy compares the landlady to a mother, he envisions her welcoming him for what holiday?
(a) Thanksgiving.
(b) Christmas.
(c) Easter.
(d) Boxing Day.

3. From what city does Billy originally come?
(a) London.
(b) Birmingham.
(c) Bristol
(d) Liverpool.

4. As the landlady is showing Billy around the bed and breakfast, what name does she accidentally call him?
(a) Mr. Popkins.
(b) Mr. Pickston.
(c) Mr. Perkins.
(d) Mr. Parker.

5. According to the landlady, what did they not want to do "at this stage of the proceedings"?
(a) Tell any lies.
(b) Break any laws.
(c) Hurt anyone.
(d) Make any mistakes.

Short Answer Questions

1. After the landlady shows Billy to his room, what are his plans?

2. How is the wind described the night of Billy's arrival in town?

3. How has Billy arrived in this new city?

4. According to the landlady, Billy is allowed to do what in his room?

5. According to Billy as he looks in the front window, what is the third negative association he has with staying in a bed and breakfast?

(see the answer key)

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