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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 20-21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Harry Peak's father do for a living?
(a) Sheet-metal mechanic.
(b) Welder.
(c) Automotive mechanic.
(d) Factory worker.

2. Where did Arin Kasparian work before working at the library?
(a) Car dealer.
(b) Grocery store.
(c) Subway.
(d) Janitorial service.

3. When did the Los Angeles Public Library update its circulation system?
(a) 2004.
(b) 2005.
(c) 2009.
(d) 2008.

4. What was the estimated cost to replace the 400,000 lost books?
(a) $15 million.
(b) About $17 million.
(c) Over $14 million.
(d) $10.5 million.

5. Where was Harry hired as a valet once?
(a) Bank.
(b) Sheraton.
(c) Hospital.
(d) Radisson.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the 1960s, what were 75-watt light bulbs replaced with in the stacks?

2. What department did Mel Rosenberg work in before he retired at Central Library?

3. In Chapter 8, how many new books would arrive at the library?

4. How many siblings did Harry Peak have?

5. In Chapter 6, how many buildings was the city librarian responsible for?

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