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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 9: p. 92-103.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On page 50, what happens in Nicholas' dream?
(a) He meets a rabid dog in the woods.
(b) He catches a monster fish.
(c) His wife chokes on her food and dies.
(d) His friends disappear.

2. Which of Eric's belongings did the undertaker return that were unscathed?
(a) Watch and compass.
(b) Pulleys and pitons.
(c) Boots and backpack.
(d) Climbing harness and carabiners.

3. What does Nicholas say that Eric's body was sealed inside?
(a) A wooden coffin.
(b) A pine box.
(c) A vault.
(d) A zinc box.

4. Who was on the plane that Nicholas took to Europe?
(a) Businessmen who were drinking heavily.
(b) Families with small children.
(c) Youths going to Europe for the first time.
(d) A boisterous tour group.

5. What words does Nicholas use to describe Eric's apartment?
(a) Large and cluttered.
(b) Dark and cramped.
(c) Light and airy.
(d) Messy and unorganized.

Short Answer Questions

1. What mountain did Eric plan to climb later that summer?

2. Where did Nicholas move Eric's belongings after several weeks?

3. On page 63, what does Nicholas mention that someone said to Claire?

4. Where does Nicholas say that people need to go to comfort him?

5. What was read at the grave site?

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