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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: "After Twenty Years".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which element of the physical description of the plainclothes officer functions as foreshadowing?
(a) His hat.
(b) His height.
(c) His voice.
(d) The color of his overcoat.

2. When Bob describes Jimmy as the "staunchest" man in the world, what does this show that Bob believes about Jimmy?
(a) He is ethical.
(b) He is persistent.
(c) He is loyal.
(d) He is emotional.

3. What does Jimmy notice about the pin of Bob's scarf?
(a) It contains a large diamond.
(b) It has been reported as stolen property.
(c) It is made from mother-of-pearl.
(d) It is the one that he gave Bob 20 years ago.

4. What finally reveals the plainclothes officer's face?
(a) The flame from a match.
(b) The headlights of an approaching police car.
(c) The light from an open business.
(d) A streetlight.

5. What regret does the plainclothes officer express while he is pretending to be Jimmy?
(a) That the restaurant is closed.
(b) That he does not have a long time to talk.
(c) That he and Bob lost track of one another.
(d) That he did not accompany Bob out West.

Short Answer Questions

1. What can logically be inferred about Bob and Jimmy's friendship?

2. At what time of night are Bob and Jimmy supposed to meet?

3. What is the name of the restaurant that used to be in the spot where the man is waiting?

4. What does Bob do while he waits for Jimmy?

5. What is the first thing that Bob notices about the plainclothes officer he thinks is Jimmy?

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