Point Blank (Alex Rider Series #2)

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Each qustion will be mutiple choice. It is mainly about the book you read this week. Each qustion must be answered correctly. GOOD LUCK!


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    In Chapter 3, how does Alex activate the crane?

    • A.

      He turned the key

    • B.

      He stepped on the pedal

    • C.

      His body temperature

    • D.

      He pressed the green button

    Correct Answer
    C. His body temperature
  • 2. 

    In chapter 2, what does Skoda do for living?

    • A.

      Sell drugs

    • B.

      Be in a gang

    • C.

      Build houses

    • D.

      Murder people

    Correct Answer
    A. Sell drugs
    Explanation
    Skoda's occupation is selling drugs. This means that he is involved in the illegal trade of narcotics, presumably for financial gain. Selling drugs is a criminal activity and is often associated with various social and legal consequences. It is important to note that engaging in such activities is illegal and unethical.

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  • 3. 

    What was the reason for the Point Blanc Academy?

    • A.

      For gifted boys

    • B.

      For boys with problems

    • C.

      For talented boys

    • D.

      All of the above

    Correct Answer
    B. For boys with problems
    Explanation
    The reason for the Point Blanc Academy was to cater to boys with problems. This implies that the academy was specifically designed to address the needs and challenges faced by boys who were experiencing difficulties or issues of some kind. It suggests that the academy aimed to provide support, guidance, and specialized education to help these boys overcome their problems and thrive academically and personally.

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  • 4. 

    In the beggining how was Michael J. Roscoe killed?

    • A.

      He was stabbed in the back

    • B.

      He fell into a hologram

    • C.

      He was poisoned

    • D.

      He was kidnapped and tortured

    Correct Answer
    B. He fell into a hologram
    Explanation
    Michael J. Roscoe was killed by falling into a hologram. This suggests that the hologram was designed in a way that it caused harm or was fatal upon contact. It is possible that the hologram created an illusion of a dangerous environment or had physical elements that caused injury or death when touched. This unexpected and deceptive nature of the hologram resulted in Michael J. Roscoe's death.

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  • 5. 

    In chapter 4, how old was Roscoe's and Ivanov's son?

    • A.

      10 years old

    • B.

      15 years old

    • C.

      18 years old

    • D.

      14 years old

    Correct Answer
    D. 14 years old
    Explanation
    In chapter 4, Roscoe and Ivanov's son was 14 years old.

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  • 6. 

    In chapter 5, how did Alex breathe when he was hiding underwater?

    • A.

      He didn't breathe, he held his breath for a long time

    • B.

      He had a mini spy oxygen tank

    • C.

      He was breathing out from a hallow reed

    • D.

      He used the barrel of the shotgun to breathe through

    Correct Answer
    D. He used the barrel of the shotgun to breathe through
    Explanation
    In the given question, the correct answer is that Alex used the barrel of the shotgun to breathe through. This implies that he made use of the shotgun barrel as a makeshift breathing apparatus while hiding underwater.

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  • 7. 

    In chapter 3, how high above the ground was Skoda's barge lifted?

    • A.

      100 yards

    • B.

      20 yards

    • C.

      60 yards

    • D.

      30 yards

    Correct Answer
    C. 60 yards
    Explanation
    Skoda's barge was lifted 60 yards above the ground.

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  • 8. 

    In chapter 4, what false name was given to Alex?

    • A.

      Alex Friend

    • B.

      Luke Sky

    • C.

      Tom Reese

    • D.

      Tan Hug

    Correct Answer
    A. Alex Friend
    Explanation
    In chapter 4, Alex was given the false name of "Alex Friend".

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  • 9. 

    What gadget did Smithers make that he wasn't sure Mr. Blunt would aprove?

    • A.

      The explosive stud

    • B.

      The gun disguised as a Harry Potter book

    • C.

      The Discman electric saw

    • D.

      The bulletproof ski suit

    Correct Answer
    A. The explosive stud
    Explanation
    Smithers made an explosive stud, which he wasn't sure Mr. Blunt would approve. This suggests that the stud is a dangerous gadget that could potentially cause harm or destruction. Smithers' uncertainty about Mr. Blunt's approval implies that the explosive stud may be against regulations or considered too risky to use.

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  • 10. 

    In chapter 6, how did Fiona fall off her horse?

    • A.

      A cobweb hit her face

    • B.

      She lost balance

    • C.

      She tried to show off, but failed

    • D.

      The horse jumped and she fell off

    Correct Answer
    A. A cobweb hit her face
    Explanation
    Fiona fell off her horse because a cobweb hit her face. This unexpected contact with the cobweb startled her and caused her to lose balance, resulting in her falling off the horse.

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  • 11. 

    In chapter 11, what observation did Alex make about James?

    • A.

      He was different

    • B.

      He waved his fingers the same way Joe Canterbury

    • C.

      What he said was opposite of what he said yesterday

    • D.

      All of the above

    Correct Answer
    D. All of the above
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "All of the above". This means that Alex made multiple observations about James in chapter 11. Firstly, he noticed that James was different, suggesting that there was a change in his behavior or appearance. Secondly, he observed that James waved his fingers the same way as Joe Canterbury, indicating a similarity in their gestures. Lastly, Alex noticed that what James said was opposite to what he had said the day before, implying a contradiction in his statements. Therefore, all of these observations were made by Alex about James in chapter 11.

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  • 12. 

    What does Dr. Grief do to the kids?

    • A.

      He murders them

    • B.

      He makes a copy of him and has a plastic surgery to look like the kids

    • C.

      He tortures them to be good

    • D.

      He teaches them to be good in a cruel way

    Correct Answer
    B. He makes a copy of him and has a plastic surgery to look like the kids
    Explanation
    Dr. Grief makes a copy of himself and undergoes plastic surgery to resemble the children. This implies that he impersonates the children, possibly for nefarious purposes.

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  • 13. 

    At the end of the story, what does Dr. Grief do to Alex?

    • A.

      He makes a copy of Alex

    • B.

      He murders Alex

    • C.

      He teaches Alex and the others to be good in a cruel way

    • D.

      He tortures Alex

    Correct Answer
    A. He makes a copy of Alex
    Explanation
    In the story, Dr. Grief decides to make a copy of Alex. This implies that he creates a duplicate or replica of Alex, possibly through some scientific or technological means. The reason behind this action is not provided in the given question, but it suggests that Dr. Grief has some motive or purpose for creating a copy of Alex.

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  • 14. 

    Why does Tom, cassian, Nicloas, Hugo, Joe, James look similar?

    • A.

      They came from the same mother

    • B.

      It was a coincidence

    • C.

      They were clones of Dr. Grief

    • D.

      They had plastic surgery

    Correct Answer
    C. They were clones of Dr. Grief
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "They were clones of Dr. Grief." This means that Tom, Cassian, Nicolas, Hugo, Joe, and James were all created as exact genetic copies of Dr. Grief. This explains why they all look similar to each other.

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  • 15. 

    Why did  Dr. Grief kill Michael J. Roscoe?

    • A.

      He was bored

    • B.

      He was jealous that Roscoe had more money

    • C.

      He never liked him

    • D.

      Roscoe figured out Grief's plan

    Correct Answer
    D. Roscoe figured out Grief's plan
    Explanation
    Dr. Grief killed Michael J. Roscoe because Roscoe figured out Grief's plan. This suggests that Roscoe discovered or became aware of Grief's intentions or actions, which posed a threat to Grief's plan. In order to protect his plan or prevent it from being exposed, Grief decided to eliminate Roscoe. This implies that Grief's plan was significant enough for him to resort to murder in order to maintain its secrecy or success.

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