The Angel of History: A Novel Quiz

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What is a jambiya, and why is it significant to the story? (from Section 5, pages 105 - 130)

A jambiya is a large ceremonial stone, given to a boy as a symbol of his becoming a man: the young Jacob reacts fearfully when he is given his, hating the thought that he owns something that could kill.

A jambiya is an article of ceremonial clothing, given to a girl as a symbol of her becoming a woman: the young Jacob reacts with joy when he is given his, thinking it means his true self is being recognized. .

A jambiya is an article of ceremonial clothing, given to a boy as a symbol of his becoming a man: the young Jacob reacts with joy when he is given his, thinking is going to be able to get rid of his same-sex attraction.

A jambiya is a ceremonial knife, given to a boy as a symbol of his becoming a man: the young Jacob reacts fearfully when he is given his, hating the thought that he owns something that could kill.

With whom does Jacob make a pact of enduring friendship and support? (from Section 6, pages 131 - 149)

Ferrigno

Odette.

Saint Margaret.

Satan.

Where did Jacob have the breakdown that led to his seeking psychiatric help? (from Section 7, pages 150 - 177)

At the grocery store.

At the bar.

At the law firm where he works.

At the law firm where Odette works.

What is the symbolic value of Jacob’s reference to Doc helping him with the dishes? (from Section 12, pages 261 - 277)

Jacob sees the gesture of helping with the dishes as a suggestion that Doc saw Greg as a mess to be cleaned up after.

Jacob sees the gesture as one of finality – Doc is saying he wants Jacob out of his life.

Jacob sees the gesture as one of finality – Doc is saying his life is over.

Jacob sees the gesture of helping with the dishes as a gesture of support during his grief.

What does the man from Muncie seem likely to do at the end of “A Cage in the Penthouse”? (from Section 10, pages 215 - 239)

Obtain his own pet Arab.

Obtain his own pet homosexual.

Move back to Muncie.

Shoot an Arab.