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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The description of the wind in the opening paragraphs of the story employs what literary technique?
(a) Hyperbole.
(b) Simile.
(c) Personification.
(d) Metaphor.

2. Upon staring in the window and seeing the animals inside, what does Billy believe?
(a) They are a good sign.
(b) They are a sign of peace.
(c) They are a warning sign.
(d) They are a bad sign.

3. How far must Billy walk to get from the train to his chosen place of lodging?
(a) A half mile.
(b) A mile.
(c) Two miles.
(d) A quarter mile.

4. Where does Billy work?
(a) The Home Office.
(b) The Human Office.
(c) The Head Office.
(d) The Hazel Office.

5. As Billy regards his surroundings, he notices that all the buildings once had what color facades?
(a) Blue.
(b) White.
(c) Green.
(d) Gray.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where has Billy arrived at the beginning of the story?

2. How has Billy arrived in this new city?

3. Upon staring in the Bed and Breakfast's window, Billy finds himself staring into what room?

4. According to Billy, what is "extraordinarily strong"?

5. What does the sign that catches Billy's eye read?

(see the answer key)

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