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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 19 & 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Ray's father's motivation for the suggestion he makes?
(a) His father wants him to focus on The Bet.
(b) His father is worried about decorum.
(c) His father is proud of him.
(d) His father does not want to be beaten by his son.

2. In a game between Hoover and Two Down in Chapter 2, what distracts Hoover and causes him to lose his bet?
(a) Anxiety.
(b) Thinking of the serial killer who shares his name.
(c) Obsessing over his shadow.
(d) Excessive yelling and cheering by Two Down.

3. After leaving the professional golf tour following Travis' death, what did Ray do to attempt a return to the tour?
(a) Won a golf tournament.
(b) Begged for another chance.
(c) Asked his father for money.
(d) Sold his house.

4. What is a "Numeral"?
(a) A number.
(b) A golfer's score.
(c) A player at Ponky.
(d) A member of The Mayflower Club.

5. Who is the narrator of the story?
(a) Chunkin' Charlie.
(b) Ray's father.
(c) Two Down.
(d) Ray.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom does Two Down plan to impersonate for his first plan to win The Bet, described in Chapter 7?

2. How did Ray's father respond to Travis' illness?

3. What does Ray see that makes him want to keep his new job?

4. What is the security guard doing while Ray and Hoover play a match?

5. Which character is entrusted to hold The Bet participants' wagers?

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