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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Abstracts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What book does the proprietor recommend to J.P. and the narrator?
(a) Moby Dick.
(b) The Call of the Wild.
(c) For Whom the Bell Tolls.
(d) Tender Is the Night.

2. How many children does the narrator's girlfriend have?
(a) One son.
(b) A son and a daughter.
(c) Two sons.
(d) One daughter.

3. What is Tiny's profession?
(a) Carpenter.
(b) Truck driver.
(c) Chimney sweep.
(d) Electrician.

4. What does the facility serve for New Year's Eve dinner?
(a) Steak.
(b) Meatloaf.
(c) Turkey.
(d) Chicken.

5. What is J.P.'s real name?
(a) Jack Penny.
(b) Jim Penny.
(c) Joe Penny.
(d) Jules Penny.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the narrator wake up wanting on New Year's Day?

2. According to the narrator, what is J.P.'s emotional state at the beginning of the story?

3. What part of J.P.'s body does he say his wife could "set atremble"?

4. What mixed drink does J.P. eventually switch to?

5. How does the narrator describe himself and others at the facility?

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