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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Evan Shipman at the Lilas.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hemingway like to imagine while he writes?
(a) That he is in the time and place of the story.
(b) That he will make a fortune off of the story.
(c) That he is a king with no worries.
(d) That his life depends on the writing.

2. What does Hemingway eat while he reads?
(a) Gelato.
(b) Bread and wine.
(c) Croissonts.
(d) Crepes and seltzer.

3. Why does Hemingway say he does not fish himself?
(a) It smells too strong for him.
(b) He does not have the time.
(c) It is not a good paying job.
(d) He does not like fish enough.

4. How does Hemingway feel about the fish caught in Paris?
(a) They are fish.
(b) They are delicious.
(c) They are disgusting.
(d) They are nothing special.

5. What word does the man who interrupts Hemingway use to describe Hemingway's writing?
(a) Stark.
(b) Abstract.
(c) Unreal.
(d) Exposed.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Evan Shipman meet Hemingway in Paris?

2. What is the name of the waiter who serves Hemingway and Shipman?

3. What kind of authors does Pound tell Hemingway to read?

4. What does Hemingway say the great treasure of living in Paris is?

5. What is Hemingway's favorite season in Paris?

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