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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what way does Laura think she is similar to Virginia Woolf?
(a) She thinks both of them could arrange flowers beautifully.
(b) She has a big nose, and so does Virginia.
(c) She has a husband who doesn't quite understand her.
(d) She thinks she has a touch of the same brilliance.

2. What genre of screenplay are they discussing?
(a) Drama.
(b) Thriller.
(c) Musical.
(d) Film noir.

3. Why did Barbara come to New York?
(a) To open a florist shop.
(b) To escape a disapproving family.
(c) To sing opera.
(d) To be near her lover, an opera singer.

4. Who has a voice like a parakeet, according to Virginia?
(a) Barbara.
(b) Ralph.
(c) Marjorie.
(d) Nelly.

5. What is the age difference between Virginia and Vanessa?
(a) Virginia is three years older.
(b) Vanessa is three years older.
(c) Virginia is two years older.
(d) They are twins: Vanessa is half an hour older.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is this chapter set?

2. What information does Nelly give Virginia?

3. Why does Laura tell Richie he is a smart boy?

4. Where is Walter Hardy heading?

5. What is perverse about Richard's good fortune?

(see the answer key)

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