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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book I, Chapters 14-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what Manhattan landmark building did Dan propose to Marina in 1871?
(a) The first Manhattan glass-walled building.
(b) The first ten-floor Manhattan building.
(c) The first commercial apartment building in Manhattan.
(d) The first Manhattan brownstone.

2. Who is Van's first sexual experience with?
(a) A prostitute and young helper at the corner shop.
(b) A prostitute who works as a barmaid.
(c) A girl who works at the movie theater.
(d) A girl in his class at school.

3. What figures are prominent in Ada's early memories of learning about male anatomy and sex?
(a) A statue and a dog.
(b) A visiting painter and a horse.
(c) A visiting parson and a caterpillar.
(d) A dock worker and a carriage driver.

4. What structure catches fire and wakes nearly everyone in the house?
(a) A lighthouse.
(b) A barn.
(c) A gazebo.
(d) An outhouse.

5. In what language does Van write letters to his mother?
(a) German.
(b) French.
(c) Italian.
(d) English.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Marina, Demon, and Daniel's shared birthday?

2. What is the "lolita" that Ada wears?

3. What garment of clothing does Van chide Ada for not wearing?

4. What color are Ada's eyes?

5. What wakes Van his first morning at his aunt's home?

(see the answer key)

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