Smile: A Novel Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

How much of the novel, especially the sections concerning Rachel, is true? (from Chapters 13 and 14 )

Not much; most of the novel is what would have happened if Victor had not been raped.

Most of it; the only thing Fitzpatrick's revelation suggests is that Victor was raped, not molested.

Most all of it, except for the sections with Rachel; Victor made up a marriage to a woman he had only seen on television.

All of it; Fitzpatrick is designed to be a mentally insane character.

2.

After Victor has enough success to call himself a writer, what happens to his career? (from Chapters 3 and 4 )

He becomes hugely famous.

He loses all ambition to continue writing.

He becomes a staff writer at a major publication.

He is invited to move to Dublin.

3.

How do the boys feel when they realize they are singing for Patch's funeral? (from Chapter 5 and 6 )

They do not know who this old Brother is.

They are disinterested and perhaps even somewhat upset.

They are immensely saddened by Patch's physical condition.

They are pleased to be able to help their teacher.

4.

For what progressive issue do Rachel and Victor find themselves becoming spokesmen? (from Chapters 11 and 12 )

Reproductive choice.

Irish independence.

Tax reform.

Gay rights.

5.

How does Rachel seem to feel about sex? (from Chapter 7 - 8 )

She is closed off and shy with Victor.

She is angry when Victor cannot perform.

She is free and open in her hunt for pleasure.

She is knowledgeable enough to help Victor with his erectile problem.

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