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A Frolic of His Own | Quiz

William Gaddis
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A Frolic of His Own | Quiz

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1)

Using only the newspapers of the day, what is Oscar showing? (from Section 6 (through page 156))

His father will never care about him, unless he becomes famous with his play.
The movie is an exact making of his play.
His play is worthy of being made into a film.
The blossoming of greed and corruption that will create modern America.
2)

Who has Christina consulted about fulfilling Harry's wish for a clean getaway like the Judge? (from Section 17 (through page 488))

Lily.
No one.
Oscar.
Ilse.
3)

In a complaint filed with U.S. District Court, SD, New York, September 30, 1990, Oscar L. Crease, Plaintiff vs. Erebus Entertainment, Inc., Ben B. F. Leva, Constantine Kiester a/k/a Jonathan Livingston (Siegal), and others, Defendants, alleges on or about July 1, 1977, plaintiff submits an original play entitled "Once at Antietam" to Kiester, then a television producer; Kiester returns said play with a note, saying what? (from Section 7 (through page 163))

It is unsuitable for television.
He wants to use it as inspiration for movie.
It is a beautiful play, but he is not interested.
It is spooky.
4)

Courage, Kane states, is what? (from Section 6 (through page 156))

Only found in those who have suffered the effects of war.
A foolish waste of time.
A brave way to live.
The wisdom to stand trial when we do not suspect it.
5)

The insurance company, once willing to settle for $500 plus hospital bills, now wants what? (from Section 7 (through page 163))

Oscar's claims to be reconsidered.
To settle for more than $500.
Oscar's claims dismissed on the basis of No Fault.
To settle for only $250.
6)

Why does James B. file a suit? (from Section 8 (through page 235))

His pet dies in a car accident.
He is trying to coax his pet out and is bitten.
He is bitten by a strange dog.
His dog is injured in a construction accident.
7)

Why has Harry long been estranged from his father? (from Section 17 (through page 488))

He does not like his father's career choice.
They argued over a decade ago and refused to apologize.
His father never made enough money.
Because of his unprofitable interest in theology and poetry.
8)

Why does the real estate agent hurriedly drive away? (from Section 18 (through page 509))

Oscar is chasing her.
The price that Oscar is asking is extremely high.
When Oscar opens his pants and relieves himself in the yard.
The customer has become upset with Oscar.
9)

What does Pai say about Oscar seeking substantial monetary damages? (from Section 7 (through page 208))

He will not be awarded much money, since the movie was a failure and a flop.
He deserves every penny he can get, because the movie is surely based on his play.
He is being greedy and wanting what is not his.
He is seeking them for a work he claims to have created not primarily for monetary gain.
10)

What does the plaintiff do with the play? (from Section 7 (through page 163))

He frames it in his home.
He destroys it.
He withdraws it from further circulation.
He sends it to other producers.
11)

What does Oscar do when the battery in his wheelchair dies? (from Section 11 (through page 322))

He sits and complains.
He cries.
He buys a new one.
He begins walking.
12)

What does Bunker say is Trish's duty? (from Section 8 (through page 235))

To stand up to the hordes intent on destroying civilization.
To marry him.
To give up on her court case.
To get help for her defense.
13)

Christina mocks the thought of making a cripple cross the country to testify and suggests what? (from Section 7 (through page 163))

Kiester come to them.
Shipping them all the boxes to sift through.
Shipping the rejection letter to Kiester.
Kiester pick up Oscar's boxes and sort through them.
14)

What does Christina say when Oscar says he needs a secretary? (from Section 14 (through page 405))

She dismisses his plans to hire a secretary, suggesting he needs only a wastebasket and a housekeeper.
She sends her personal secretary to help Oscar.
She calls Lily to see if she could help Oscar.
She hires Ilse as his secretary.
15)

When Christina announces someone is taking pictures on the lawn, what does Oscar demand? (from Section 6 (through page 156))

She call the police.
They go out and enjoy the free photography.
The cameras of the photographers.
She drive them away.
16)

Why will the state do nothing to help Oscar with his legal fees, according to Harry? (from Section 10 (through page 290))

The law profession is self-regulating.
Oscar is the one to have accumulated them.
The state does not have the money to help him.
It is Oscar's responsibility to pay his fees.
17)

How does Oscar feel about Father having no time to read his play? (from Section 14 (through page 405))

Livid.
Reassured.
Sad.
Happy.
18)

Why does Oscar fail to notice Lily's new hairdo? (from Section 9 (through page 262))

He is asleep.
Her hairdo is not very different.
He is engrossed in a cartoon.
She is standing behind him.
19)

Why is Lily spooked by the clerk's many trips to the bathroom and the sound of trickling? (from Section 16 (through page 458))

It reminds her of her lump.
He does not close the door.
She is disgusted.
It makes her need to use the restroom.
20)

What does Oscar do when a real estate woman returns with a rich client wanting to buy the property for $2.7 million in cash? (from Section 18 (through page 509))

He tries to sell the woman the property.
He chases her away.
He tells her to come back later in the week.
He gives her a tour of the home.
21)

To what does Pai direct Oscar's attention to that Oscar identifies as coming from Book 1 of Plato's Republic? (from Section 7 (through page 208))

The dialogue between the Major and Kane about Bagby and Thomas begin in cahoots.
The dialogue between Thomas and Kane about Bagby's illegal dealings.
The dialogue between Mother and Thomas about his trip north to protect his late uncle's assets.
The dialogue between the Major and Kane about money and how man at the point of death is troubled by things he has never before taken seriously.
22)

What does Lily tell Oscar that her Daddy and Rev. Billy Joe are blaming her for? (from Section 10 (through page 290))

Bringing a lawyer down to help Daddy collect the insurance money.
Giving Billie alcohol before wrecking his new car.
Not stopping Billie from driving home.
Allowing Billie to buy a car.
23)

How does Trish receive diamonds? (from Section 8 (through page 235))

She has borrowed them for the weekend.
She has purchased them with the money received from her law suit.
The clever insurance people had bought them back from the thieves.
Her boyfriend gives them to her as an apology.
24)

For what does Christina demand Sam take responsibility? (from Section 10 (through page 290))

Harry.
Buttons.
Basie.
Lily.
25)

Thomas muses how the trees, rocks and ditches - all so casually ignored in peacetime - are what in battle? (from Section 6 (through page 156))

Crucial to survival.
In the way of the soldiers.
Cruel and disfigured.
Bloody and twisted.
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