The Fortress of Solitude Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Although Dylan and Mingus remain friendly toward one another, what do they realize? (from Part 3, Chapters 8 - 16)

That they are no longer really friends.

That they can resume their friendship when Mingus is released.

That they are no longer young and invincible.

That childhood is something they can relive.

2.

Why does Dylan begin to recall the events of his past as he travels? (from Part 3: Chapters 1 - 7)

Because Dylan is stuck in the past and is unable to function as an adult.

Because the return to Dean Street is a return to the past.

Because he has not been back in six years to recall the events of the past.

Because Dylan is reading his childhood journal as he travels.

3.

Why does Mingus rush Dylan out of the house when Barrett, Senior pulls out a gun? (from Part 1, Chapter 14 - Part 2, Liner Note)

To make Dylan is not a witness.

Because he does not trust Dylan anymore.

To protect Dylan.

To ensure Dylan does not see any family drama.

4.

What do the postcards Dylan receives come to symbolize to him? (from Part 1, Chapters 7 - 13)

Adventure.

Anger.

Betrayal.

Abandonment.

5.

What is symbolized by Dyaln's throwing down of cash at Mingus's place? (from Part 1, Chapter 14 - Part 2, Liner Note)

That he is no longer going to use drugs.

That he is no longer of Dean Street.

That he is no longer friends with Mingus.

That he is no longer white.

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