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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Abendsen move from the High Castle?
(a) He no longer felt in danger.
(b) He developed a fear of elevators.
(c) He wanted to encourage equality.
(d) He couldn't afford the upkeep.

2. What is learned about the role of Blacks in the PSA?
(a) They are slaves.
(b) They drive taxis.
(c) They are informants.
(d) They are the military police.

3. As Chapter 7 closes, what gives Childan a feeling of "excitement and anticipation?"
(a) The rumors of a civil war.
(b) The selection of the new German leader.
(c) The new directions his business is taking.
(d) His future with the Kasouras.

4. In Chapter 7, why are the police waiting for Childan when he returns home from the dinner?
(a) To arrest him for revolutionary thinking.
(b) To get information about the Kasouras.
(c) To have him identify a photo of Frank.
(d) To question him about the jewelry he sells.

5. As he sits in his office, engrossed in reading The Grasshopper Lies Heavy, what does Reiss suggest is the "power of fiction" ?
(a) Realistic imagery.
(b) Twisted plots.
(c) Careful phrasing.
(d) Emotional appeal.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Childan do as a result of what he has learned from the university in Chapter 4?

2. How does Childan feel about the offer made by Paul's business associates?

3. As Chapter 15 opens, Wegener is feeling pessimistic about the future of _____________.

4. What is discovered about his merchandise that causes Childan to lose a major deal?

5. What does Juliana feel the Germans have made little advancement in despite having gone to Mars?

(see the answer key)

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