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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What is the headline in the magazine article in which Alice is featured as a model at the age of thirty-five?
(a) College instructor, mother and wife.
(b) The beauty and the brain.
(c) About Alice.
(d) The picture of health.

4. Where does Calvin keep one of the photos of Alice from the article in chapter three?
(a) On his living room wall.
(b) On his mantle.
(c) On his desk.
(d) On his bedside table.

5. Where does Alice spend her childhood?
(a) Alice grows up in North Carolina and Long Island.
(b) Alice grows up in Greenhaven and Harrison, New York.
(c) Alice grows up in Greenwich and Nova Scotia.
(d) Alice grows up in New York City and New Jersey.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Calvin, what does Alice exclaim when encountering a deer in a forest?

2. According to Calvin, what is Alice wearing when he sees her for the first time?

3. In chapter three, who writes the article that accompanies the fashion spread in which Alice is featured?

4. At the end of chapter three, Calvin describes an event in Alice's life that takes her by surprise. What happens?

5. Who writes the condolence letter that makes Calvin laugh?

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