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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 8: "Kindly Forget My Existence".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Tansey doing when Teddy says that he "gouged the baize" (31)?
(a) Sinking the shot that wins the game.
(b) Using his cue to tap the wooden edge of the table.
(c) Executing a trick shot.
(d) Ripping the surface of the pool table.

2. When Eli met Maryanne's father, he had a "thin, vertiginous feeling." What kind of feeling was he having?
(a) Belittled and confused.
(b) Fearful and apprehensive.
(c) Bitter and angry.
(d) Dizzy and disoriented.

3. What is the name of the band that Doran and Eli were in?
(a) Satan on Sabbatical.
(b) Skullduggery Nine.
(c) Sunken Figure.
(d) My Existence.

4. What is the barman's name?
(a) Borya.
(b) Dukic.
(c) Besim.
(d) Ajdin.

5. Why does Tansey call Matteen "Judgeboy" (29)?
(a) His father is a judge.
(b) He served as a county fair judge.
(c) He wears a long black coat in winter.
(d) His last name is "Judge."

Short Answer Questions

1. On their visit to Fannigan's house, what does Arm decide Fannigan's outfit is meant to do?

2. How long has Doran been drinking in the bar by the time Eli shows up?

3. In Doran's opinion, what has kept him from going to the funeral?

4. On page 171, the "Diamonds" narrator describes his "long, hortatory riffs." What would these be?

5. Why does his manager send Bat to work in the back?

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