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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What item has been neglected and must be attended to right away?
(a) Baby.
(b) Hot water tank.
(c) Dog.
(d) Stove.

2. What attitude was redirected at Frank when he approached the responsible party?
(a) Rudeness.
(b) Nonchalance.
(c) Ignorance.
(d) Hostility.

3. Davenport thinks that the house smells like what?
(a) Sauerkraut.
(b) Kerosene.
(c) Oil.
(d) Pot roast.

4. What is the name of the first character introduced in the story?
(a) Carr.
(b) Davenport.
(c) Maddog.
(d) Iceman.

5. Where does the wife go shortly after the conversation?
(a) Back yard.
(b) Garage.
(c) Basement.
(d) Work.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the family visited by the lead character?

2. What is the coroner's unusual first name?

3. What body of water is nearby?

4. What object seems to be causing the concern?

5. What domestic chore is the wife doing during the conversation?

(see the answer key)

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