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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 12-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Billy believes the tea tastes like what?
(a) Bitter almonds.
(b) Bitter walnuts.
(c) Bitter peanuts.
(d) Bitter pecans.

2. According to Billy, how old is Mr. Temple's guestbook entry?
(a) 4 years old.
(b) 1 year old.
(c) 6 months old.
(d) 2 years old.

3. Although Billy does not know it, what is likely the source of the scent that Billy smells coming off of the landlady?
(a) Boiled food.
(b) Old perfume.
(c) Formaldehyde.
(d) Face powder.

4. What is the name of the place Billy plans to stay the night?
(a) The Bell and Dragon.
(b) The Bed and Daisy.
(c) The Bat and Griffin.
(d) The Bison and Phoenix.

5. What does the word "rapacious" mean?
(a) Melancholy and depressed.
(b) Kind and gentle.
(c) Angry and demanding.
(d) Greedy and covetous.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Billy, what is "extraordinarily strong"?

2. What name does the landlady call Billy as they are together in the sitting room?

3. According to Billy, what part of him is not as good as they look?

4. As Billy regards the front window of the bed and breakfast, how does he feel?

5. As the landlady is showing Billy around the bed and breakfast, what name does she accidentally call him?

(see the answer key)

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