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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which phrase best describes Stevie?
(a) A simpleminded individual.
(b) An astute individual.
(c) A brilliant individual.
(d) An average individual.

2. What is Mr. Verloc told by Mr. Wurmt when they have their meeting at the embassy?
(a) That more detailed photographs are required.
(b) That the information he provides is superior and rates a higher payment.
(c) That writing alone is no longer enough.
(d) That more detailed diagrams are required.

3. When Mr. Verloc first met Winnie, what were she and her family operating?
(a) A diner.
(b) A boarding house.
(c) A butcher shop.
(d) A pub.

4. What is Mr. Vladimir's position?
(a) First secretary.
(b) Privy councillor.
(c) Prime minister.
(d) Ambassador.

5. In addition to Winnie and Stevie, who else lives with Mr. Verloc?
(a) His father-in-law.
(b) His sister-in-law.
(c) His niece.
(d) His mother-in-law.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the items usually sold when young men come in the shop for their first time and find Winnie at the counter?

2. In which year does the actual incident on which this novel is based take place?

3. Which phrase best describes Mr. Verloc?

4. What is Winnie's attitude toward Stevie?

5. What goal does Mr. Vladimir hope to achieve?

(see the answer key)

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