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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, Physalia Physalia, and Chapter 8, Looking for Trouble.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what profession does Alex believe his uncle worked in the beginning of the novel?
(a) Professor.
(b) Train conductor.
(c) Writer.
(d) Banker.

2. What musician does Felix Lester like, according to Alex's files?
(a) John Lennon.
(b) Elvis Presley.
(c) Jim Morrison.
(d) Neil Young.

3. What does "SAS" stand for in the novel?
(a) Special Air Service.
(b) Stealth Airborne Sequence.
(c) Stealth Air Squadron.
(d) Secret Automated Squadron.

4. What does Alex tell Herod Sayle is his favorite soccer team in Chapter 7, "Physalia Physalia"?
(a) Tottenham Hotspur.
(b) Sunderland.
(c) Manchester United.
(d) Chelsea.

5. What is the title of the last file from Ian Rider's desk that Alex opens in Chapter 3, "Royal and General"?
(a) PROTECTING THE QUEEN AT ALL COSTS.
(b) NERVE POISONS. NEW METHODS OF CONCEALMENT AND DISSEMINATION.
(c) STORMBREAKER.
(d) ASSASSINATIONS: FOUR CASE STUDIES.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is described as a mock-up of an embassy used to train the SAS in the art of hostage release in the novel?

2. Who does Alex tell Herod Sayle is the manager of his favorite soccer team in Chapter 7, "Physalia Physalia"?

3. What is the name of the salvage yard where Alex saw his uncle's car after his uncle died?

4. Herod Sayle's father was a failed what?

5. Who plans the funeral for Ian Rider?

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