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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 5-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While staring in the window of the Bed and Breakfast, what instrument does Billy see?
(a) Clavichord.
(b) Piano.
(c) Cello.
(d) Harpsichord.

2. How is the wind described the night of Billy's arrival in town?
(a) As a blade of ice.
(b) As a piercing icicle.
(c) As a shot of frost.
(d) As a hammer of cold.

3. While staring in the window of the Bed and Breakfast, what type of bird does Billy see inside?
(a) Macaw.
(b) Parrot.
(c) Cockatoo.
(d) Canary.

4. What does the sign that catches Billy's eye read?
(a) BED AND BREAKFAST.
(b) BOARDING HOUSE.
(c) ROOM AND BOARD.
(d) ROOM FOR RENT.

5. Upon staring in the Bed and Breakfast's window, Billy finds himself staring into what room?
(a) A kitchen.
(b) A parlor.
(c) A bedroom.
(d) A study.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the landlady, how much does the bed and breakfast cost per day?

2. According to Billy as he looks in the front window, what is the third negative association he has with staying in a bed and breakfast?

3. The description of the wind in the opening paragraphs of the story employs what literary technique?

4. According to the narrator, how does Billy feel in his new clothes?

5. From what city does Billy originally come?

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