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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, My Father's Death.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Zeno and Giovanna pass their time together?
(a) They talked and shared a bottle of wine.
(b) They ignored each other.
(c) They argued most of the time.
(d) They had a physical fight.

2. What did the doctor decide was ailing Zeno?
(a) He was depressed.
(b) He had a chronic lung disorder.
(c) His stomach lacked acid.
(d) He was addicted to smoking.

3. ______________was sent to get the doctor when Zeno's father became ill.
(a) The gardener.
(b) A neighbor.
(c) Zeno.
(d) Maria.

4. What does Zeno say about the noble attitude one has when he makes a resolution to quit smoking?
(a) It ensures that the resolution will work.
(b) It helps a person to feel better about himself.
(c) A person can only keep the noble attitude by renewing his resolutions.
(d) It makes quitting easier.

5. According to Zeno, when did his mother die?
(a) When he was 20.
(b) When she was 73.
(c) Before he was 15.
(d) At the same time as his father.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Zeno say that he did after making a resolution to stop smoking?

2. How does Zeno describe his relationship with his father?

3. According to Zeno, what was the most important event of his life?

4. What does Zeno describe as his second trouble?

5. What was the nurse's name?

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