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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Paragraphs 29-35.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many questions does the man with the pistol ask Anders before Anders answers "No" the second time?
(a) 4.
(b) 1.
(c) 3.
(d) 2.

2. The object toward which the man with the shotgun moves after striking the guard is located "at the end of" (10) what?
(a) The row of safety deposit boxes.
(b) The velvet ropes.
(c) The counter.
(d) The customer line.

3. What gesture does Anders make when he laughs near the end of his life?
(a) He holds his stomach.
(b) He crosses his arms.
(c) He covers his mouth with both hands.
(d) He puts his hands in his pockets.

4. What gesture does the misplaced bank teller make before she answers the query about her "slot" (11)?
(a) She hums under her breath.
(b) She takes a deep breath.
(c) She tucks her head onto her chest.
(d) She puts her hand to her throat.

5. What verb is used to describe the way in which a robber walks along the line of bank tellers?
(a) Saunter.
(b) Slink.
(c) Lurch.
(d) Stroll.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Anders imagines a cartoon bubble emerging from the bull's mouth, what does it say that causes Anders to laugh?

2. The first appearance of the bullet in what part of the brain "set[s] off" (35) a chain reaction?

3. The figures painted on the bank ceiling are wearing what garments of clothing?

4. When Anders turns down the man with the pistol's offer, the man with the pistol says, "Then, stop" (23) what?

5. What verb is used to describe the way in which the man with the shotgun places the guard's hands behind his back?

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