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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III (pages 101 - 134).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which literary character does Nathaniel hear might be based on Arthur McCash later in his life?
(a) James Bond.
(b) Simon Boulderstone.
(c) John La Carre.
(d) Sam Spade.

2. What is The Moth's real name?
(a) Arthur.
(b) Walter.
(c) Norman.
(d) Marsh.

3. What does Agnes do the first time she goes on the barge with Nathaniel and The Darter?
(a) She shouts to everyone on the shore to join them.
(b) She releases all the greyhounds.
(c) She begs to stop at her old school.
(d) She jumps into the water and swims to shore.

4. What song does The Darter habitually hum as he and Nathaniel travel on the barge?
(a) Battle Hymn of the Republic.
(b) But Not For Me.
(c) Show Boat.
(d) Weary of War.

5. What radio program does Nathaniel's mother listen to on Saturdays?
(a) The Perfect World.
(b) This is Your Life.
(c) War Stories.
(d) The Naturalist's Hour.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Nathaniel's mother say when he first sees the red scars all along her arm?

2. Where does The Moth almost exclusively eat?

3. In what year do Nathaniel's parents tell him they are traveling to Singapore?

4. What German word does The Moth explain to Rachel and Nathaniel that means "heavy"?

5. What is The Darter's real name?

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