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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Check Six.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the beginning of I Just Shook His Hand, what university does Richard mention that had wanted him to come speak for years?
(a) University of Florida.
(b) Kyoto University.
(c) Stanford University.
(d) Harvard University.

2. A lady across the street from the inn in Iseokitsu gave Richard what?
(a) A wind chime.
(b) A painting.
(c) A kimono.
(d) A silk ball.

3. Why did Richard feel uncomfortable accepting the invitation of the university to come and visit?
(a) Because he had never been there before.
(b) Because he had turned them down so many times.
(c) Because he didn't like to travel.
(d) Because he had no paper to give.

4. When Richard attended a meeting of physicists organized by John Wheeler, what was the name of the country club where they held the meetings?
(a) Texas Hold 'Em.
(b) Shady Acres.
(c) Active Lifestyle.
(d) World of Tennis.

5. Richard was so sensitive about being a sissy that it even bothered him to buy what snacks from the market?
(a) Toasted Dainties and Lady Fingers.
(b) Bon-Bons and Lady Fingers.
(c) Pink cupcakes and Peppermint Patties.
(d) Peppermint Patties and Toasted Dainties.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the shuttle that Richard discusses in Part 2 of the book?

2. Besides the name that Richard and Gweneth gave to their dog, what other pet name did Richard call him in his letter?

3. Where is the Morton Thiokol factory located?

4. Who accompanied Richard on his trip to Kyoto?

5. What did Richard's mother teach him were the highest forms of understanding?

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