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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10-13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long did the fire rage at the library?
(a) 8 hours and 11 minutes.
(b) 6 hours and 19 minutes.
(c) 7 hours and 38 minutes.
(d) 9 hours and 42 minutes.

2. In Chapter 6, how many buildings was the city librarian responsible for?
(a) 73.
(b) 68.
(c) 107.
(d) 89.

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

4. What branch of the military did Harry Peak serve in?
(a) Marines.
(b) Army.
(c) Air Force.
(d) Navy.

5. How much might a division librarian overseeing many branches earn?
(a) Around $150,000.
(b) $145,000.
(c) Close to $200,000.
(d) $170,000.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of librarian did Arin Kasparian wish to become?

2. When was the Library of Alexandria burned and not rebuilt?

3. How long would it take to process a book in Chapter 8?

4. What time did the library open daily?

5. What book did Orlean burn when she decided she needed to burn a book?

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