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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Of what does Mr. Salter insist Lord Copper must remain ignorant?
(a) The oversight of the passport.
(b) A fire in Lord Copper's office.
(c) William oversleeping by half a day.
(d) Mrs. Stitch discovering the mix-up.

2. How many members of the Boot family live in Boot Magna Hall?
(a) Ten.
(b) Twelve.
(c) Eight.
(d) Six.

3. After whose style has William Boot modeled his writing?
(a) Lord Copper.
(b) John Courteney Boot.
(c) The late rector of Boot Magna.
(d) Hillaire Belloc.

4. How does Mr. Salter always answer Lord Copper when the latter is incorrect?
(a) "It is possible."
(b) "Up to a point."
(c) "Within reason, Lord Copper."
(d) "Definitely, Lord Copper."

5. In what month do the events of the <i>Scoop</i> begin to unfold?
(a) July.
(b) June.
(c) January.
(d) September.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which member of the Boot household is the richest in ready cash?

2. What are the last two items William adds to his kit from the equipment emporium?

3. What is William's initial destination on his way to Ishmaelia?

4. Which member of the Boot family owns the motor car?

5. At what time does William Boot, after a harrowing morning in the hotel, reach Copper House, to Mr. Salter's dismay?

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