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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ezra Pound and his Bel Esprit.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Hemingway stop betting at the race track?
(a) It takes too much time.
(b) He starts making more money with his writing.
(c) He loses a large sum of money.
(d) He sees that he is getting addicted.

2. How does Hemingway feel about the author that Stein recommends to him?
(a) He is jealous of her.
(b) He loves her.
(c) He is not very impressed.
(d) He despises her.

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

4. Why does one woman always sell her books cheaply?
(a) She has already read them.
(b) She does not need the money.
(c) She is poor.
(d) She has no idea if they are valuable.

5. What bad habit does Stein think Hemingway takes to the extreme?
(a) Drinking.
(b) Gambling.
(c) Taking drugs.
(d) Walking.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Mike Ward's occupation?

2. What is the name of Ezra Pound's wife?

3. Where does Hemingway spend the money he was going to give to Bel Esprit?

4. What other kind of racing does Hemingway become involved in?

5. What kind of people used to frequent Hemingway's favorite cafe?

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