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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, Annulated, Art, Brick-Tea, Buckwheat.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the author, after organizing a quote what kind of a definition did Murray have to write?
(a) A detailed one.
(b) A succinct one.
(c) A referenced one.
(d) An elegant one.

2. The Scriptorium made out of ______________.
(a) Aluminum.
(b) Steel.
(c) Copper.
(d) Corrugated iron.

3. Over time, how did Minor feel about his crimes?
(a) Sorry.
(b) Angry.
(c) Helpless.
(d) Frustrated.

4. How long did each book of the dictionary take Minor to complete?
(a) Three months.
(b) Two years.
(c) Five months.
(d) One year.

5. Which word did Murray have so much trouble with that it had to be sent to Dr. Minor?
(a) Love.
(b) Do.
(c) Art.
(d) Death.

Short Answer Questions

1. When are the first Latin dictionaries noted to have been in existence?

2. From what disease did William's mother die?

3. According to Minor, every word would possibly be a ______ now that he was beginning his work on the dictionary.

4. What did Minor have shelves made for at Broadmoor?

5. What climate is the island of Ceylon?

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