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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Calvin, what leads to his success in courting Alice?
(a) His dumb luck and one or two deliberate moves.
(b) His dumb luck and good looks.
(c) His reluctance to speak.
(d) His pipe smoking and fame as a writer.

2. In chapter six, what does a carpenter named Frank tell Alice during her home renovation project?
(a) I underestimate the amount of money this project costs you.
(b) It's going to be worth the trouble. Your children grow up here.
(c) I broke the banister.
(d) Sooner or later, we're all going to leave, and this is going to be your place.

3. According to Calvin, why does he show Alice everything he writes in rough draft?
(a) Calvin values Alice's opinion and wants to impress her.
(b) Calvin does not trust his editor at work.
(c) Calvin thinks it gives her an opportunity to improve her own writing.
(d) It saves Calvin time.

4. In chapter five, what does Calvin state about his conversation with Alice's doctor following her bypass operation?
(a) He is disappointed that Alice no longer is able to play tennis.
(b) He is disappointed that Alice no longer is able to participate in charades.
(c) He begins to feel scared.
(d) He has new reason to hope.

5. What is the name of the camp where Alice volunteers to work with seriously ill children?
(a) Connecticut Woods.
(b) The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp.
(c) Transitions.
(d) SEEK.

Short Answer Questions

1. In chapter three, what is the name of the publication in which Alice is featured in a fashion spread?

2. What is the name of the Calvin's eldest daughter?

3. When does Calvin read the obituary of Dick Francis' wife?

4. In chapter five, which person is mentioned as having volunteered at the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp?

5. Which one of the following statements is true?

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