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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Wilhelm's relationship to his wife, Margaret?
(a) They are separated.
(b) They are married.
(c) Their marriage was never official.
(d) They are divorced.

2. What floor does Mr. Perls live on in the hotel?
(a) The 23rd floor.
(b) The 14th floor.
(c) The 15th floor.
(d) Mr. Perls is just visiting the hotel.

3. What career did Wilhelm have that helped him conceal his troubles?
(a) An actor.
(b) A chef.
(c) A salesman.
(d) A magician.

4. Which of the following is an invention of Dr. Tamkin's?
(a) A special hat for fishing boat captains to predict the weather.
(b) A machine that accurately predicts which stocks will rise.
(c) An underwater suit for penguins.
(d) An electrical device for truck drivers to shock them awake when they doze off.

5. How much money does Wilhelm invest with Tamkin?
(a) $1000.
(b) $1500.
(c) $700.
(d) $300.

Short Answer Questions

1. In contrast to Dr. Adler, what about Tamkin is appealing?

2. Why was Dr. Adler never around in Wilhelm's childhood?

3. According to Dr. Adler, why has Wilhelm failed?

4. Why does Dr. Adler's daughter, Catherine, want money?

5. When the prices for rye rise, what does Wilhelm want to do?

(see the answer key)

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