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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The First Assassin.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What means of transportation does Garp not like to take while in Vienna?
(a) Taxis.
(b) The bus.
(c) Carpool vans.
(d) Bicycling.

2. What is the name of Steering's wrestling coach?
(a) Stewart Percy.
(b) Ernie Holm.
(c) Jenny Fields.
(d) Milton Milbridge.

3. What is Garp known for chasing throughout his neighborhood?
(a) People on bicycles.
(b) People on unicycles.
(c) Speeding cars.
(d) Dogs that remind him of Bonkers.

4. How do Jenny's parents respond to her decision to drop out of college?
(a) They are proud of her for taking a stand.
(b) They are embarrased for her.
(c) She never tells them she drops out.
(d) They are grateful because now they can save money.

5. What friend's house does Duncan like to spend the night at?
(a) Ralph.
(b) Walt.
(c) Sam.
(d) Ernie.

Short Answer Questions

1. What year is it when Jenny and Garp leave the country after Garp's graduation?

2. What horrible event is the center of _The World According to Bensenhaver_?

3. Whose student paper is Helen caught reading one night when Garp realizes she's not in bed?

4. What item of Mrs. Ralph's clothing does Garp likely ruin when he catches her speeding?

5. What is the name of Garp's first important story?

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