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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) The color of his overcoat.
(d) His voice.

2. The police officer's is described as "stalwart" (619). What kind of man does this mean he is?
(a) Strong, sturdy, brave.
(b) Stubborn, opinionated.
(c) Ignorant, slow, animalistic.
(d) Handsome, eye-catching.

3. What does Bob mean when he describes Jimmy as a "plodder" (620)?
(a) Jimmy is a kind person but not very bright.
(b) Jimmy is a steady person but not creative or quick.
(c) Jimmy is loyal but can also be stubborn.
(d) Jimmy is ethical but can also be judgmental.

4. What aspect of his success does Bob take particular pride in?
(a) Using his wealth to improve other people's lives.
(b) Starting as an "underdog" and coming out on top.
(c) Competing against and outwitting clever people.
(d) Succeeding in an industry where many others have failed.

5. What is the most likely reason that Bob does not recognize Jimmy when they are talking?
(a) It is too dark.
(b) He expects Jimmy to be a rich, successful man like himself.
(c) He does not really remember what Jimmy looks like.
(d) He is too busy trying to hide his own identity from the police officer.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why are there so few people on the streets?

2. What detail reveals Bob's emotions when he discovers that Jimmy has betrayed him?

3. What causes the officer to suddenly slow down?

4. What does the narrator say causes Bob to tell officer about his career in the West?

5. How does the plainclothes officer get Bob to walk with him?

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