10 Questions
How did the rain affect the narrator's raincoat during his wanderings in New York City?
It began to grow damp on the inside
Describe the behavior of the people the narrator encountered in New York City.
Surprisingly rude yet surprisingly kind
What information did the money changer demand from the narrator during their interaction?
Age, business, average income, and destination
How did the money changer react towards the narrator once their business was concluded?
He heartily shook hands and sent his assistant to get books at a reduced price
How was the narrator received in a large bookselling establishment compared to a normal shop?
In a way he had certainly never before been received in any normal shop
How did the manager initially treat the speaker?
Implied no faith in honesty, refused to provide help or information
What effect did the speaker's claim about being better treated in an English bookshop have on the manager?
Manager changed attitude and started being kind and helpful
Why did the speaker leave behind their wet shoes, socks, and trousers in the hotel?
No fire to dry them, would ruin other possessions if packed wet
How did the hotel owner assist the speaker before their departure?
Hired a man to carry luggage, accompanied to the station, and provided help
What qualities of the hotel owner were highlighted by the speaker?
Kindness, honesty, and obliging nature
Test your understanding of Robert Louis Stevenson's vivid account of his arrival in New York over 120 years ago. The passage describes his hectic schedule, the rainy weather, and his impending journey across the continent.
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