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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Less Mexican and Less Italian.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For how long has Arthur Less been in New York at the novel's opening?
(a) Fewer than twenty-four hours.
(b) Three days.
(c) One week.
(d) On month.

2. What food does Arthur Less eat for dinner in order to make up for the extravagance of seeing a Broadway show on his first night in New York City?
(a) A teriyaki plate.
(b) A gyro.
(c) A hot dog.
(d) A slice of pizza.

3. During their first meeting on the beach, what does Marian advise Arthur to do with his youth?
(a) Regret it.
(b) Bury it.
(c) Waste it.
(d) Embrace it.

4. To what Italian city does Arthur travel to attend a prize ceremony?
(a) Turin.
(b) Rome.
(c) Pisa.
(d) Florence.

5. On what day of the Mexican festival is Arthur scheduled to speak?
(a) Day Five.
(b) Day One.
(c) Day Two.
(d) Day Three.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many other poets from the Russian River School are still alive besides Robert?

2. What is the name of the local writer who acts as Arthur's escort during his time in Mexico?

3. Why does the literary escort fail to connect with Arthur Less even though they are both within the hotel lobby?

4. For whom is the stadium in Parque Mexico named?

5. Who drove the car during Arthur's and Robert's road trip to Mexico?

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