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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Alice's letter to Bruno Navasky, she states:
(a) I am very disappointed by an experience I have while shopping in your store.
(b) I've seen every single one of your plays and I have an idea for a script that I would like to discuss with you.
(c) I want to express my views on pending medical legislation.
(d) It really isn't your fault, and there isn't much you can do about it except try to get the flower pot off your head and go on walking.

2. Why does Alice buy a fur coat?
(a) To wear on a trip to Alaska.
(b) To wear during the cold New York City winters.
(c) To wear during the cold Nova Scotia winters.
(d) To wear to a fashion show.

3. In chapter two, what fact about Dick Francis and his wife does Calvin share with the reader?
(a) Francis is serious, and his wife never stops trying to impress him.
(b) Francis and his wife meet at a magazine party.
(c) Francis relies on his wife to help him produce his books.
(d) Francis' wife is a frequent character in her husband's books.

4. According to Calvin, what is Alice wearing when he sees her for the first time?
(a) A white hat.
(b) A black hat.
(c) A yellow hat.
(d) A red hat.

5. Calvin claims that the first time he sees Alice, he detects what quality about her heritage?
(a) Alice is Jewish.
(b) Alice is Swedish.
(c) Alice is Irish.
(d) Alice is European.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the City College program in which Alice teaches under-prepared students?

2. Trillin states that he tells people he tries to instill the following values in his daughters:

3. Of the following, which is a quote from chapter even?

4. Which of the following best describes "Of Dragons and Garden Peas"?

5. In chapter five, which movie is referenced?

(see the answer key)

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