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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Alice serves on the board of what organization for children with cancer and other illnesses?
(a) The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp.
(b) Transitions.
(c) SEEK.
(d) Connecticut Woods.

2. Of the following, which does Calvin NOT list among those Alice frequently takes care of?
(a) Stray animals.
(b) Cancer patients.
(c) Alice's parents.
(d) Alice's children.

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

4. In chapter six, Trillin states that studies show most marital disagreements are about:
(a) Extramarital affairs.
(b) Food.
(c) Money.
(d) Children.

5. Where does Sarah get married?
(a) New York City.
(b) Malibu.
(c) Las Vegas.
(d) San Francisco.

Short Answer Questions

1. In chapter seven, Trillin includes an excerpt from a New Yorker article written by Alice. What is the subject of that article?

2. Alice tells people that her husband's idea of alternative medicine is ...

3. Why does Alice write a letter to Bruno Navasky?

4. In what month and year does Calvin first meet Alice?

5. According to Calvin, why does he show Alice everything he writes in rough draft?

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