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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Paragraphs 29-42.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the nature of Tom Benecke's innovative idea concerning the grocery business?
(a) He has an idea to put bar codes on all grocery items.
(b) He has an idea to host a contest for the customers.
(c) He has an idea for a marketing campaign.
(d) He has an idea for a new display method.

2. The narrator describes Tom Benecke as a man who looks like he had played what sport in college?
(a) Lacrosse.
(b) Baseball.
(c) Football.
(d) Basketball.

3. Before Tom Benecke pushes the door closed, he hears what sound?
(a) The whine of an engine.
(b) The honk of a horn.
(c) The slap of the curtains against the wall.
(d) The voice of Clare Benecke.

4. What part(s) of Tom Benecke's body strikes the windowsill when the window closes?
(a) His wrists.
(b) His nose.
(c) His elbows.
(d) His forehead.

5. What does Tom Benecke shout when he is trying to get the attention of passersby below?
(a) Police.
(b) Please.
(c) Hey.
(d) Help.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the final words Tom Benecke says to Clare Benecke before she leaves the apartment?

2. What is NOT a part of the mistake Tom Benecke comes to believe he has made in looking down?

3. What emotion does Tom Benecke feel when he finally looks down from the ledge?

4. The piece of paper "beside the typewriter" (1) is covered with what?

5. What adjective does the narrator use to indicate how Tom Benecke feels about the idea of abandoning the yellow piece of paper?

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