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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 36 through 50 and Notes.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 9, what does the author say about financial gain relating to this novel?
(a) That he has already made money off the book before publishing it.
(b) That it is the only reason why he wrote it.
(c) That he hopes to make more money than his previous book.
(d) That it is not the reason why he wrote it.

2. In Chapter 2, where is Claude reassigned?
(a) Illinois.
(b) Ohio.
(c) Michigan.
(d) Indiana.

3. Who interrupts Lane Dean's work in Chapter 33?
(a) Glendenning.
(b) Lehrl.
(c) His boss.
(d) A phantom.

4. In Chapter 24, what part of David's van ride does he describe the most?
(a) Turning onto the IRS property.
(b) Pulling away from his house.
(c) Stopping for food.
(d) Sitting down next to Cusk.

5. Why does the author suggest researching government documents in Chapter 9?
(a) To undermine elected officials.
(b) To increase understanding.
(c) To find a job.
(d) To kill time.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 14, why does the narrator say some people are able to speak from the heart during their interviews?

2. What type of psychic is Claude?

3. In Chapter 13, what part of the character's body is not affected by the sweat attacks?

4. What is different about the narration of Chapter 50 from the rest of the novel?

5. How is Chapter 11 constructed?

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