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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, The Meeting of Minds.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the author, who is the "second" protagonist of the story?
(a) James Augustus Henry Murray.
(b) Dr. Minor.
(c) Mrs. Elsa.
(d) Dr. Henry Sweet.

2. The author compared Murray's way of organizing his work on the Oxford English Dictionary to ______________.
(a) A general on a battlefield.
(b) A cook on call.
(c) A doctor in surgery.
(d) A taxi driver in traffic.

3. What addiction did Eliza have after being in touch with Minor?
(a) Marijuana addiction.
(b) Kleptomania.
(c) Alcoholism.
(d) Cocaine addiction.

4. Who arrested Merrett's killer?
(a) Officer Burton.
(b) Constable Tarrant.
(c) Henry Burton.
(d) William Ward.

5. When does this story take place?
(a) Mid 19th century.
(b) Late 18th century.
(c) Late 19th century.
(d) Early 19th century.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was the publishing of the first installment of the Oxford English Dictionary?

2. What word is defined in the opening of the book?

3. According to the author, the subgroups in the Oxford English Dictionary had to be ______ organized.

4. After the publishing of the first installment, where was all of Murray's work done?

5. What was the overall effect of the large amount of word donors on Furnivall and his dictionary volunteers?

(see the answer key)

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