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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Winding the Clock: Chapter 9, Craw's Little Ship, and Chapter 10, Tea and Sympathy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Phoebe Wayfarer a spy for?
(a) Smiley.
(b) Jerry.
(c) Lacon.
(d) Craw.

2. In Part 1, Chapter 9, why must Phoebe Wayfarer be convinced she is safe?
(a) She is afraid of enemy attacks.
(b) She is afraid of heights.
(c) She is afraid of losing her job.
(d) She is afraid of being caught.

3. Why does Smiley know all about Sally Cale?
(a) She published her memoir.
(b) She was investigated years before.
(c) She is a celebrity.
(d) She is a personal friend.

4. When Jerry meets Drake Ko for the first time, what does he ask him about?
(a) His bank accounts.
(b) His good luck.
(c) His family.
(d) His name.

5. Who must Smiley have permission from before sending agents out overseas?
(a) No one.
(b) Collins.
(c) Lacon.
(d) The embassy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the postmistress assume about Jerry's telegram in Part 1, Chapter 2?

2. Who does Smiley pretend to be when he meets with Peter Worthington in Part 1, Chapter 10?

3. How many children do Peter and Elizabeth have?

4. According to the telegram Jerry gets in Part 2, Chapter 2, who is dying?

5. How does Smiley feel about warning the Governor of Hong Kong in Part 1, Chapter 8?

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