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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Billy regards his surroundings, he notices that all the buildings appear how?
(a) Varied.
(b) Distinct.
(c) Identical.
(d) Motley.

2. According to Billy as he looks in the front window, what is the first negative association he has with staying in a bed and breakfast?
(a) Burned Brussels sprouts.
(b) Stewed onions.
(c) Boiled broccoli.
(d) Watery cabbage.

3. The use of the word "rapacious" constitutes what type of literary device?
(a) Oxymoron.
(b) Foreshadowing.
(c) Hyperbole.
(d) Simile.

4. Upon staring in the Bed and Breakfast's window, Billy immediately sees what?
(a) A table set with tea.
(b) A lady playing the piano.
(c) A family portrait.
(d) A bright fire in the fireplace.

5. What trait does Billy associate with success?
(a) Briskness.
(b) Vigor.
(c) Robustness.
(d) Exuberance.

Short Answer Questions

1. Billy compares the mesmerizing object to what?

2. Whom does Billy ask to recommend a place to stay?

3. What mesmerizes Billy as he tries to walk away from the bed and breakfast?

4. What does the word "rapacious" mean?

5. What is the bird that Billy sees doing inside the bed and breakfast?

(see the answer key)

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