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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Three, Chapters 1-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what drink does Van attribute his boyish look?
(a) Champagne.
(b) Vodka.
(c) Scotch.
(d) Beer.

2. Which of the following authors do Van and Ada like?
(a) Heinrch Muller.
(b) Herr Masoch.
(c) Marquis de Sade.
(d) Rabelais.

3. What causes Eberthella Brown to spill her coffee?
(a) A ringing phone.
(b) A caterpillar.
(c) An earthquake.
(d) A rude joke.

4. What is Cordula doing the first time Van tries to walk on his hands after his injury?
(a) She is brushing her hair.
(b) She is sleeping.
(c) She is in the bath.
(d) She is reading a book.

5. Where does Van track down Rack?
(a) Rack is in the hospital where Van is sent.
(b) Rack is at his children's school when Van finds him.
(c) Van tracks down Rack at a hotel, where he is with a lover.
(d) Van finds Rack at his music shop.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of fish does Lucette have when she and Van go to lunch?

2. Why does Ada want to give Lucette a bath?

3. What word does Greg seem to like to use?

4. Does Ada promise to be faithful while Van is gone?

5. Where does Van spend his free time while he is staying at Cordula's?

(see the answer key)

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