The Chaser by John Collier

Which is the best description of Alan Austen at the start of the story?

• He is excited to explore the old man’s bottles and jars.

• He is angry that it took him so long to locate the old man’s residence.

• He feels anxious about visiting the old man.

• He appears calm despite the dangers the old man poses.

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All of the following are true about the old man’s “glove cleaner” potion EXCEPT...

• It is imperceptible in various drinks.

• The old man says it is not detectable to any known method of autopsy.

• It is not colorful and resembles water.

• The old man says the potion is poisonous.

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What else does the old man call the “glove cleaner” potion?

• A “life cleaner.”

• A “shoe cleaner.”

• A “soul cleaner.”

• A “heart cleaner.”

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How much does the old man charge for a teaspoonful of the “glove cleaner” potion?

• $5

• $1,000

• $5,000

• $10,000

What specific type of product does Alan want from the old man?

• An aging potion.

• A love potion.

• A healing potion.

• A paralysis potion.

True or false: The effects of the potion Alan wants to buy are only temporary.

• True

• False

All of the following are side effects of the potion Alan wants to buy EXCEPT...

• Jealousy.

• A loss of interest in almost everything.

• Intensified emotions.

• Death.

How much does the old man charge for the potion Alan wants?

• $1

• $1,000

• $5,000

• $1 million

Which of the following best reflects the old man’s philosophy?

• He must charge a lot for all his elixirs because there is high demand, and only he can make them all effective.

• He will please a customer by selling a less expensive item, knowing they will eventually return to buy additional items, even if those items are more costly.

• He will adjust the cost of his potions based upon his clients’ unique circumstances; he is most interested in improving the livelihoods of his clients -- not making money.

• He will tell the man he needs to get out and that he can never set a foot again back.

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What foreshadows that Alan will come back? (1 point)

• The Old man says "Au revoir".

• He keeps praising the love potion.

• Alan wants to use the love potion on himself.

• He says he will come back to learn chemistry.

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