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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1982, how many books were found in the Los Angeles home of library clerk, Gelnn Swartz?
(a) 8,000.
(b) 10,000.
(c) 9,000.
(d) 11,000.

2. When Orlean visited the library shipping department, how many people were working?
(a) 11 men and 3 women.
(b) 7 men and 2 women.
(c) 9 men and 4 women.
(d) 8 men and 1 woman.

3. What type of vehicle did Harry drive as a chauffeur for a neighbor?
(a) Pontiac Le Mans.
(b) Chevy Impala.
(c) Cadillac Brougham.
(d) Packard.

4. What did Harry Peark's mother do for a living?
(a) Librarian.
(b) Day care worker.
(c) Cashier.
(d) Teacher.

5. When did the Peaks come to California from Missouri?
(a) 1951.
(b) 1930s.
(c) 1948.
(d) 1940s.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. How many siblings did Harry Peak have?

4. What time did the library open daily?

5. After the fire, how many librarians at Central asked for transfers to other branches?

(see the answer key)

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