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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III, Chapter 8: The Shop-Behind-the-Shop, continued.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What character from Sesame Street does Theo compare the “Hispanic guy in a shirt and tie” to that arrives at his door in Chapter 2: “The Anatomy Lesson”?
(a) Elmo.
(b) Oscar.
(c) Luis.
(d) Vinnie.

2. Who is Theo’s Honors English teacher in Chapter 5: “Badr al-Dine”?
(a) Mr. O’Shea.
(b) Mr. Borowsky
(c) Mrs. Spear.
(d) Mr. Neuspeil.

3. What job did Theo’s mother work at part-time after coming to New York?
(a) Law assistant.
(b) Art preservation.
(c) Modeling.
(d) Catering.

4. How old is Theo when he describes locking himself in a hotel room for over a week in the beginning of Chapter 1: “Boy with a Skull”?
(a) 16.
(b) 19.
(c) 27.
(d) 32.

5. What word described by Theo in Chapter 7: “The Shop-Behind-the-Shop” refers to arrogance or excessive pride?
(a) Humility.
(b) Agility.
(c) Hubris.
(d) Ennui.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Boris say is his favorite place he’s ever lived in Chapter 5: “Badr al-Dine”?

2. What is the name of Xandra’s dog?

3. Theo says as he leaves for Las Vegas in Chapter 5: “Badr al-Dine” that he has never been out of New York City for more than how many days before?

4. Where do the social workers tell Theo his mother’s body is being held in Chapter 3: “Park Avenue”?

5. How long ago does Hobie say Pippa’s mother died in Chapter 4: “Morphine Lollipop”?

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