After Twenty Years

Why is the man waiting in the doorway?

• He is lost.

• He is waiting for a friend.

• He is waiting for the food he ordered.

What can you infer about the waiting man based on the description given?

Answer explanation

The description may reveal that the man is intelligent ("keen eyes"), has a bad habit of smoking, may also have been in a fight ("little white scar"), and appears to have money.

Which two examples of hyperbole does the man from the West use?

• "couldn't have dragged Jimmy"

• "just like two brothers"

• "thought it was the only place on earth"

• "my best chum"

What does this paragraph reveal about Jimmy?

• He is a trustworthy friend.

• He keeps his word.

• He's made a fortune.

• He's alive.

Why does the man think the West is better?

Answer explanation

The West has given the man more success and allowed for more dangerous opportunities.

What does Bob notice about Jimmy?

Who is the man walking with Bob?

• Jimmy

• Patrolman Wells

• a police officer

What is Jimmy's occupation?