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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On Sunday, the first day they had off from the tournament in Chapter 10, Beth is coaxed by Benny Watts to do what?
(a) Go for a walk.
(b) Go out for a drink.
(c) Play skittles.
(d) Go on a date.

2. Beth feels how the tournament in Chapter 10 is second-rate, as chess does not have the popularity of what sports?
(a) Baseball or tennis.
(b) Football or basketball.
(c) Golf or tennis.
(d) Gymnastics or swimming.

3. Why does Beth decide to fly home to Lexington after Paris?
(a) To find Townes.
(b) To lick her wounds.
(c) To see her mother.
(d) To visit Jolene.

4. Relatively early on in the match with Borgov, what does Borgov do that surprises Beth?
(a) He resigns.
(b) He check mates her.
(c) He accuses Beth of cheating.
(d) He asks for an adjournment.

5. Where is the orphanage located?
(a) Indianapolis, Indiana.
(b) Louisville, Kentucky.
(c) Mount Sterling, Kentucky.
(d) Lexington, Kentucky.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Beth feel as she plays Borgov in Chapter 8?

2. Where is the first chess tournament Beth ever take place in held?

3. Why does Beth not accept Borgov's draw?

4. What does Beth decide about the U.S. Championships?

5. Although she and Benny would be co-champions and split the prize money, Beth is not consoled. Why?

(see the answer key)

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