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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Why does Alfred decide not to quit training at the gym?

Mr. Donatelli talks him out of it.

He realizes that if he doesn’t find out what he is capable of he will regret it.

He doesn’t want to disappoint Mr. Donatelli.

Henry tells him that if he quits he is a coward.

2.

Why do Major, Hollis, and Sonny beat Alfred up after James is arrested during the robbery?

They are angry because Alfred forgot to tell them about the guard dog.

They blame Alfred for the robbery failing because he wouldn’t act as a lookout.

They think that Alfred called the police on them.

They believe that Alfred purposely didn’t tell them about a silent alarm.

3.

Why doesn’t Alfred talk James out of taking heroin at the party?

He doesn’t notice until after James has taken it.

He decides to take it with James.

He is too drunk, and passes out.

James won’t listen to him.

4.

Why does Jeff say that Alfred has changed?

Alfred is not as negative about everything as he used to be.

Alfred is stronger and in better shape than Jeff has ever seen him before.

Alfred argues with Jeff’s father, Uncle Wilson, during Thanksgiving dinner.

Alfred insults Jeff, and is mean to him while Jeff is driving him home.

5.

Which of the following best describes how Alfred feels at first when he goes back to the gym after work on Monday?

Disappointed.

Out of place.

Enthusiastic.

Frightened.

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