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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: "American Express" pages 35-46.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is implied by the detail of the woman "dressed for dinner" getting out of a taxi in the morning outside Alan and Frank's hotel (39)?
(a) Italy has different clothing standards.
(b) She has been out all night.
(c) Alan's eyesight is poor.
(d) Italians are more relaxed about time.

2. From context, what is likely true about the Century Club?
(a) It attracts a young clientele.
(b) It is inexpensive.
(c) It is exclusive.
(d) It is loud inside.

3. After they drop Eda off, what does Alan say to Frank about the encounter?
(a) It will land them in trouble.
(b) Eda is a beautiful girl.
(c) He would like to see Eda again.
(d) Frank's behavior is immoral.

4. Which is the best description of the husband and wife conversation that Frank mimics?
(a) Condescending.
(b) Banal.
(c) Earnest.
(d) Playful.

5. When Nan asks for Frank's help renegotiating her divorce settlement, what advice does he give her?
(a) Get married again.
(b) Hire a private detective.
(c) Pretend that your ex-husband was abusive.
(d) Move somewhere cheaper.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the end of the story's first section, what is Alan trying to decide about Frank?

2. What does working on the Hardmann Roe case remind Frank and Alan of?

3. Why does Frank give the portiere 40,000 lire?

4. What kind of coffee does Frank ask Brenda about?

5. Who is Camille?

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