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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What physical thing happens to J.P. in the well?
(a) He scraped his hands.
(b) He wet his pants.
(c) He vomited.
(d) He broke his wrist.

2. What does the narrator do for a living?
(a) He does not say.
(b) Electrician.
(c) Construction worker.
(d) Salesclerk.

3. What term does the narrator use for his treatment?
(a) Rehab.
(b) Going cold turkey.
(c) Detox.
(d) Drying out.

4. What nickname does J.P. call the narrator?
(a) Pal.
(b) Man.
(c) Sport.
(d) Buddy.

5. How many times has the narrator been at the facility?
(a) Five.
(b) Four.
(c) Three.
(d) Two.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the famous writer who lived near the facility die of?

2. What weather condition is mentioned frequently in the story?

3. Which window is the narrator standing in when he is watching the landlord?

4. Who does J.P.'s wife say is "the best sweep in the business"?

5. What do J.P. and the narrator drink on the porch on the morning of New Year's Day?

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