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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 7: Part 4 (pages 155-182).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Borden think Angier's main illusion compares to his own?
(a) Borden thinks Angier's to too similar to his own.
(b) Borden thinks his own illusion is more flashy that Angier's.
(c) Borden thinks Angier's illusion is too easy to figure out.
(d) Borden thinks Angier has bettered the illustion.

2. What does Angier initially think Borden is the first time he sees him?
(a) A criminal.
(b) A magician's assistant.
(c) A reporter.
(d) A spiritual leader.

3. Who becomes the narrator in Section 2?
(a) Alfred Borden.
(b) Rupert Angier.
(c) Nikola Testla.
(d) Andrew.

4. What material does Alfred say is perfect for a magician's prop, due to its often overlooked quiet strength?
(a) Copper.
(b) Glass.
(c) Wood.
(d) Gold.

5. The Machine used for the New Transporting Man is designed to make the audience a bit __________.
(a) Skeptical.
(b) Happy.
(c) Frightened.
(d) Confused.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Alfred state his memoir is meant to be an autobiography of?

2. Who narrates Section 6, Part 3?

3. Who is the package from that Andrew receives at the beginning of the book?

4. How long after Borden ruined his performance does Angier die?

5. What was the only trick of Borden's that Angier did not attack?

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