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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Three.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter Two, what is Al's reaction when Sammy tells him how much they offer for the manuscript?
(a) He says the amount is a disgrace and he would be ashamed to take the offer.
(b) He raises his eyebrows and whistles.
(c) He takes a deep breath and tells Sammy he knows what he should do.
(d) He rolls his eyes and doesn't say anything.

2. How does Al feel about what Sammy has done to Rosalie?
(a) Al is tempted to punch Sammy in the face.
(b) Al wants to stay out of the picture.
(c) He thinks Rosalie got what she deserved.
(d) He wants Rosalie to get justice for Sammy's wrong-doings.

3. What explanation does Sammy give for taking the job at The Record?
(a) His mom made him take the job.
(b) He needs to stay off the streets.
(c) He is interested in being an editor one day.
(d) He wants to be around writers and learn about grammar.

4. Before he left for Hollywood, what did Sammy tell Rosalie she should do?
(a) Take acting courses.
(b) Give up all hope.
(c) Quit her job.
(d) Go to school.

5. In Chapter Two, Al asks Sammy if he is scared when he makes the phone call to sell the manuscript. How does Sammy respond?
(a) Sammy explains to Al that he is never scared of anything.
(b) Sammy tells Al he got scared as soon as he hung up.
(c) Sammy closes his eyes and tells Al he poses a good question.
(d) Sammy changes the subject.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Sammy's next move when Julian leaves his desk in Chapter Two?

2. In Chapter Two, Al says there are two kinds of self-made men. One reflects on their success as patriotic and remembers all of the details of their success. How does he describe the second type?

3. What does Al give to Rosalie after dinner in Chapter Three?

4. After Al arrives in Hollywood, when does he meet up with Sammy in Chapter Three?

5. In Chapter One, how does Sammy react when Al says he wants to "bury the hatchet?"

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