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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: "American Express" pages 25-35.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Frank say New York is divided into?
(a) Lawyers and clients.
(b) Haves and have-nots.
(c) People born in the city and people born elsewhere.
(d) People on their way up and people on their way down.

2. What is implied in the discussion of the case that Alan's father tries "in another part of the state" (25)?
(a) There are bigots on the jury.
(b) The judge is corrupt.
(c) Alan's father is unprepared for the trial.
(d) The defendant is guilty.

3. How does Brenda seem to feel about Frank and Alan missing her party?
(a) Apathetic.
(b) Confused.
(c) Irritated.
(d) Pleased.

4. From context, what can be inferred about the neighborhood of Bryant Park?
(a) It is expensive.
(b) It is predominantly Italian.
(c) It is dangerous.
(d) It is full of law offices.

5. From context, what is the best interpretation of the word "hot" in Alan's comment about the new receptionist: "She's hot" (26)?
(a) She is angry about something.
(b) She is physically attractive.
(c) She is sexually available.
(d) She is uncomfortably warm.

Short Answer Questions

1. What technique is used in the sentence "In the morning in stale darkness the subways shrieked" (26)?

2. What does Nan bring as a gift to the man who invites her over for tea?

3. What is Alan's family's religious background?

4. Who is Camille?

5. On page 35, when Alan tells Frank that the women he likes are all looking for someone like Frank, what does Frank reply?

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