The Fortress of Solitude Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What is symbolized by Dyaln's throwing down of cash at Mingus's place? (from Part 1, Chapter 14 - Part 2, Liner Note)

That he is no longer going to use drugs.

That he is no longer friends with Mingus.

That he is no longer white.

That he is no longer of Dean Street.

2.

What does the news of Mingus prompt Dylan to do? (from Part 3: Chapters 1 - 7)

Write a letter to Mingus, the letter of which forms Part 1 of the novel.

Visit Dean Street.

Call Mingus on the phone.

Nothing.

3.

Why does Dylan consider Mingus's being caught and featured in the papers as Aeroman as a betrayal? (from Part 1, Chapter 14 - Part 2, Liner Note)

Because Mingus gives away Dylan's identity in the article.

Because Mingus does not give Dylan any credit for being the original Aeroman.

Because he believes it to be a message of some kind regarding their friendship.

Because Mingus cannot commit crimes and claim to be a crimefighter as Aeroman.

4.

Why is Dylan picked on so frequently by kids at school? (from Part 1, Chapters 1 - 6)

Because he is white.

Because he likes Star Wars.

Because he is black.

Because he is a nerd.

5.

Why does Barrett's bringing Mingus to church seem so strange? (from Part 1, Chapters 7 - 13)

Because it runs contrary to the way Barrett lives his life.

Because it is a cover for a drug deal.

Because Barrett's father used to be a clergyman.

Because there are no churches nearby.

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