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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Smythe's initial reaction when he realizes Bond's purpose of visit?
(a) Instinctively looks for ways to escape.
(b) Gets overly excited and takes a large gulp of Brandy.
(c) Looks Bond in the eye to see how far he goes.
(d) Gets chest pains and takes a pill.

2. Of the following, which best describes Major Smythe?
(a) Slightly bald with a saggy belly.
(b) Tired in his eyes, but with a strong body.
(c) Fit and strong.
(d) Content in his life, but more hopeful for slow aging.

3. Why is Smythe's villa name so fitting?
(a) It's right on the beach.
(b) It's small.
(c) He's a fan of octopusses.
(d) It's extravagant.

4. What happens over time as Smythe spends his retirement in the Caribbean?
(a) Everyday, he sees the guilt in his crime with his lifestyle.
(b) He forgets about his crimes and lives a life of ease working at the Institute.
(c) He becomes happier and more at ease with the tropical weather.
(d) He becomes a drunkard who lets himself go.

5. What does Smythe expect to get from the contents of the ammunition box?
(a) 100,000 British pounds.
(b) 50,000 British pounds.
(c) 50,000 German marks.
(d) 100,000 Jamaican dollars.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Smythe miss, despite his frustration when it happens?

2. Who is Major Dexter Smythe talking to in the introduction of the story Octopussy?

3. During the end of Smythe's service, what are most of the files he is in charge of about?

4. How old is Smythe?

5. What department does Bond work for?

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