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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Cressida's third marriage fail?
(a) The reason is not revealed in Part 2.
(b) Infidelity.
(c) Lack of passion.
(d) Boredom.

2. Who is jealous of Cressida's success?
(a) Her sister-in-law.
(b) Her ex-husbands.
(c) Her two sisters.
(d) Her son.

3. What is the narrator's relationship to the famous person who is boarding the cruise ship?
(a) Sister-in-law.
(b) Sister.
(c) Aunt.
(d) Best friend.

4. How could Cressida's approach to her career be described?
(a) Cold and calculating.
(b) Slap happy.
(c) On again/off again enthusiasm.
(d) Winsome ways and dedicated work ethic.

5. A second theme apparent in Part 2 might be what?
(a) Spirituality.
(b) Unions are not good for entertainers.
(c) Entertainers are better than others.
(d) Loyalty.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who despise(s) Poppas?

2. What is the name of Cressida's other sister who is not on the ship?

3. Why do Carrie and Cressida walk away together?

4. Why does the narrator believe it is wise for the famous person to pose for the photographers?

5. Besides Cressida, what was a common element in the demeanor of Cressida's siblings?

(see the answer key)

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