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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long does Haze have to wait for the next train to Taulkenham?
(a) 3 hours
(b) 1 day
(c) 1 hour
(d) 6 hours

2. What did people claim was the reason for Haze opening his brother's casket at his funeral?
(a) He wanted to make sure his brother was really dead
(b) He had a morbid fascination with dead people
(c) He was heartbroken over his brother's death
(d) He was trying to climb into the coffin to be with his brother

3. Why does Hazel choose the last bathroom stall to go into?
(a) It looks the most private and secluded
(b) It is only one available
(c) It is the only one without graffiti on it
(d) It says Welcome on the door

4. What is noteworthy about Hazel's appearance when he is at the Taulkinham train station?
(a) He looks as if he lives in the town
(b) He changes from his army clothes into a suit
(c) He looks like a preacher
(d) He looks bewildered and out of place

5. Why does Hazel become angered in the dining car?
(a) He is angry at the porter for not recognizing him
(b) He expected to dine with Mrs. Hitchcock, but was separated from her
(c) He did not want to dine with Mrs. Hitchock, but is forced to sit with her
(d) He believes the steward is out to get him

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose coffin was the first Hazel had ever seen?

2. What did Hazel consider doing to avoid having to serve in the army?

3. What does Hazel notice about Mrs. Watts' grin?

4. What is noteworthy about the taxi driver's appearance?

5. Which of the following does NOT happen to Haze when he is serving time in the army?

(see the answer key)

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