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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I (Pages 1 - 63).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Vern make fun of in the restaurant that makes McLeish uncomfortable?
(a) A famous writer.
(b) The Queen.
(c) The King.
(d) The General.

2. What does Alec tell the man he meets in Part I that he really needs a new job?
(a) He needs money for his own doctor's bills.
(b) His father is dying.
(c) He is deeply in debt to creditors.
(d) He has a wife and young child.

3. What does Vern ask of McLeish in Part I?
(a) For him to come to the opera with Vern.
(b) For him to do a television ad for Vern's business.
(c) To use his name to promote his business.
(d) For him to invest in Vern's businsess.

4. What does Alec's mentor tell him that takes Alec by surprise in Part I?
(a) Alec should really become an engineer.
(b) Alec might be meant for greater things than the job he is in.
(c) Alec should think about getting married.
(d) Alec should leave London.

5. Why does the person Alec is asking for a job tell him he has hesitations for hiring him?
(a) Alec seems not to have a good grasp of grammar.
(b) He knew Alec's father and never liked him.
(c) Alec wears glasses and glasses are not allowed in the job.
(d) Alec seems like a hothead.

Short Answer Questions

1. What catches Val's eye about Mike at first?

2. What event does Ben's father take him to in Part I?

3. What type of musical performance does Vern love?

4. What is the name of Vern's company?

5. How old is McLeish when Vern takes him to lunch?

(see the answer key)

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