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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I, Chapter 5 - Part I, Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Erich's most recent novel won which prestigious award?
(a) The Prize.
(b) The Palm.
(c) The Crown.
(d) The Award.

2. What does Erich think of the story Maurice sends him in Part I, Chapter 2?
(a) It is well written but boring.
(b) It is exciting but poorly written.
(c) It has unrealistic characters but a unique plot.
(d) It is confusing but has interesting characters.

3. What book does Erich find in Maurice's bag in Part I, Chapter 6?
(a) The latest novel by the Spanish novelist.
(b) The latest novel by Dash Hardy.
(c) Maurice's finished novel.
(d) The latest novel by Erich Ackermann.

4. To what city do Erich and Maurice go in Part I, Chapter 2?
(a) Prague.
(b) Odense.
(c) Helsinki.
(d) Copenhagen.

5. What surprises Erich about Maurice in Part I, Chapter 5?
(a) His striking beauty.
(b) His unrepentant arrogance.
(c) His strong wit.
(d) His literary larceny.

Short Answer Questions

1. On the night the novel opens, where was a public reading of Erich's novel held?

2. What is the last name of the American writer disliked by Erich?

3. What is the last name of Erich's old friend, Oskar?

4. What job does Erich offer Maurice in Part I, Chapter 2?

5. To what city do Maurice and Erich travel in Part II, Chapter 3?

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