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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 6-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of news does Mother receive when she contacts someone during the party?
(a) Sad news.
(b) Scary news.
(c) Good news.
(d) Strange news.

2. Who does Mother ask about Paul's last words?
(a) The nanny.
(b) Barrett.
(c) Oscar.
(d) Jean.

3. Why is it strange for Mother to keep servants?
(a) She can't afford it.
(b) Her children are grown.
(c) She lives in a bad part of town.
(d) Her house is small.

4. When does Barrett make big bets?
(a) When Oscar makes the same bet.
(b) When he gets paid.
(c) When the weather is right.
(d) When Paul is certain.

5. What can't Mother recognize after getting home from the party?
(a) The feeling in her heart.
(b) The look in Paul's eyes.
(c) The source of the noise.
(d) The smell coming from Paul.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color are Paul's eyes?

2. How does Mother describe her monetary situation after getting the birthday money?

3. What is Malabar?

4. Who tries to send Paul on a trip after Mother's birthday?

5. Who has helped Paul make his fortune?

(see the answer key)

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