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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. What odd article of clothing was Belloc wearing when Hemingway first saw him?
(a) Frilly collar.
(b) Cape.
(c) Woman's bracelet.
(d) Top hat.

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

3. What does Ford order when he sits with Hemingway at the cafe?
(a) Brandy.
(b) Tequila.
(c) Absynthe.
(d) Vermouth.

4. Where do most of Hemingway's stories take place?
(a) Near the ocean.
(b) In urban areas.
(c) In universities.
(d) Outdoors.

5. What is Hillaire Belloc's occupation?
(a) Writer.
(b) Waiter.
(c) Artist.
(d) Journalist.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Stein call Hemingway's generation?

2. What does Stein like Hemingway to talk about?

3. Where do most book vendors find their books to sell?

4. What does Hemingway eat while he reads?

5. What language does Hemingway say certain races have to be written in?

(see the answer key)

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