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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Buyer's Market.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Jenkins run into after leaving the party in Chapter 2 of "A Buyer's Market"?
(a) His father.
(b) Jean.
(c) Quiggin.
(d) Giles.

2. What does Deacon ask Jenkins about when they meet on the street in Chapter 1 of "A Buyer's Market"?
(a) Jenkins' parents.
(b) Jenkins' girlfriend.
(c) Jenkins' housing situation.
(d) Jenkins' religious affiliation.

3. Why is Widmerpool at La Grenadiere?
(a) To make professional connections.
(b) His whole family is there.
(c) To perfect his French.
(d) To visit a girl he likes.

4. What does Widmerpool say about Jenkins' employment?
(a) It must leave him wanting for money.
(b) He should aim to take over the place.
(c) It sounds fulfilling.
(d) It doesn't seem to have a promising future.

5. Who leaves the party early in Chapter 2 of "A Buyer's Market"?
(a) Gypsy.
(b) Barbara.
(c) Jenkins.
(d) Widmerpool.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 1 of "A Question of Upbringing" where is Templer late in returning from?

2. What does Widmerpool do at the firm he works for?

3. Where does Jenkins say he is living in Chapter 1 of "A Buyer's Market"?

4. Who is the hostess of the party in Chapter 2 of "A Buyer's Market"?

5. When Widmerpool and Jenkins meet in Chapter 3 of "A Buyer's Market", who does Widmerpool bring up as a topic of conversation?

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