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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3: Chapters Five and Six.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Linus says that Ms. Jenkins's management style is "authoritative," this is an example of what literary technique (24)?
(a) Hyperbole.
(b) Metaphor.
(c) Simile.
(d) Euphemism.

2. What is Gunther's job?
(a) He is a DICOMY caseworker.
(b) He is Linus's superviser.
(c) He is Ms. Jenkins's assistant.
(d) He is a member of Extremely Upper Management.

3. How long has Linus worked for DICOMY?
(a) 11 years.
(b) 17 years.
(c) 14 years.
(d) 20 years.

4. What is implied when, on page 42, the female member of Extremely Upper Management says, of Linus, that "nothing gets in" and so "He'll do"?
(a) Extremely Upper Management are frustrated that Linus does not see the bigger picture of what DICOMY does in the world.
(b) Extremely Upper Management are pleased that Linus does not seem interested in the feelings of the people he is investigating.
(c) Extremely Upper Management want to be sure that Linus will not reveal classified information to others.
(d) Extremely Upper Management are counting on Linus not noticing or understanding the things that they want to keep secret.

5. In Chapter Five, one of the children turns into a Pomeranian. What is a Pomeranian?
(a) A bird.
(b) A rodent.
(c) A cat.
(d) A dog.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of being is Phee?

2. When the receptionist in Chapter Three does not introduce herself, what nickname does Linus give her in his own head?

3. How old is Linus?

4. What is the name of the ferryman who takes passengers to Marsyas Island?

5. Where is Linus Barker at the beginning of Chapter One?

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