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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Pursuit Race.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "The Killers," what was Ole Andreson’s former profession?
(a) He was a priest.
(b) He was a gangster.
(c) He was a bullfighter.
(d) He was a fighter.

2. Who greets the door when Nick arrives to talk with Ole Andreson in "The Killers"?
(a) Mrs. Bell.
(b) Mrs. Smith.
(c) Mr. Butler.
(d) Mr. Bell.

3. In "A Simple Enquiry," why does the major put oil on his face?
(a) Because he has open cuts.
(b) Because he has dry skin.
(c) Because he has burns and blisters.
(d) Because he is nervous and sweaty.

4. What is Mr. Turner's relationship to William in "A Pursuite Race"?
(a) He is his co-worker.
(b) He is his father.
(c) He is his manager.
(d) He is his brother.

5. In "The Killers," who get’s tied up together by the killers?
(a) Nick and Sam.
(b) George and Ole.
(c) Nick and George.
(d) Only Nick.

Short Answer Questions

1. In which month does the story “A Simple Enquiry” take place?

2. In "The Killers," what meal does Ole Andreson normally eat at the restaurant?

3. What phrase do the two killers use when mocking Nick in "The Killers"?

4. In the story "A Pursuit Race," what is William's nickname?

5. What is William still doing at the end of "A Pursuit Race"?

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