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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15 through 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 15, what opinion does the narrator have about Claude's psychic ability?
(a) The narrator does not believe in the psychic ability.
(b) The narrator believes in the psychic ability.
(c) The narrator is neutral toward the psychic ability.
(d) The narrator says nothing about the psychic ability.

2. What does Stecyk deliver in Chapter 12?
(a) ZIP code books.
(b) Business directories.
(c) Change of address cards.
(d) Phone books.

3. What is Merrill's middle name?
(a) Lehrl.
(b) Carol.
(c) Errol.
(d) Perril.

4. In Chapter 14, why does the narrator say some people are able to speak from the heart during their interviews?
(a) They are trained actors.
(b) They have better interviewers.
(c) No one gives an interview from the heart.
(d) They are naturals.

5. How does Stecyk's neighbors react to him in Chapter 12?
(a) They are annoyed.
(b) They are pleased.
(c) They laugh at him.
(d) They run away from him.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Chapter 1 explain the plot of this novel?

2. At the end of Chapter 9, what does the author say is good at hiding things?

3. Why does Lowtis confront his neighbor in Chapter 20?

4. In Chapter 19, what is one main reason given for the problems of America?

5. In Chapter 16, how does Lane feel toward his job?

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