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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What reasons does Calvin give for stating that "Alice doesn't look like who she is"?
(a) Alice is not pampered or snooty, despite the fact that she grows up in an affluent town and attends a prestigious college.
(b) Alice looks like a dietitian, but in actuality she is a talented writer.
(c) Alice is seriously pampered and snooty in high school.
(d) Alice is known as the class beauty and most popular cheerleader in high school.

2. How does Calvin characterize his father-in-law?
(a) Alice's father is pessimistic and irresponsible.
(b) Alice's father is realistic, responsible man.
(c) Alice's father is a sweet, optimistic man.
(d) Alice's father is cold and tightfisted with his money.

3. What is written on the envelope in which Alice keeps special items?
(a) Trillin Family Mementos.
(b) Treasures.
(c) Memories.
(d) Important Stuff.

4. What is the headline in the magazine article in which Alice is featured as a model at the age of thirty-five?
(a) College instructor, mother and wife.
(b) About Alice.
(c) The picture of health.
(d) The beauty and the brain.

5. Where does Calvin keep one of the photos of Alice from the article in chapter three?
(a) On his mantle.
(b) On his desk.
(c) On his living room wall.
(d) On his bedside table.

Short Answer Questions

1. What disease does Alice's mother suffer from?

2. What is the name of the magazine that hosts the party where Calvin first meets Alice?

3. In the days when he is renovating his home, Trillin has this quote above his typewriter.

4. Who writes the condolence letter that makes Calvin laugh?

5. According to Calvin, what is Alice wearing when he sees her for the first time?

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