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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 does Nan say is the cause of her life "made up of disappointments" (32)?
(a) Falling in love with the wrong people.
(b) Staying in New York instead of returning to Nashville.
(c) Her lack of education.
(d) Her upbringing.

2. Which word is twice used to describe the way Eda looks?
(a) Pure.
(b) Angelic.
(c) Radiant.
(d) Mischievous.

3. How long do Frank and Alan work on the Hardmann Roe case?
(a) 4 years.
(b) 2 years.
(c) 1 year.
(d) 3 years.

4. On page 30, what is being compared to an "infinite forest, the trunks and vines blocking out the light"?
(a) Frank and Alan's relationship.
(b) The legal profession in general.
(c) Life in New York City.
(d) The Hardmann Roe case.

5. On page 35, when Alan tells Frank that the women he likes are all looking for someone like Frank, what does Frank reply?
(a) "They think they are."
(b) "Let them find me, then."
(c) "Alan, we're the same, you and me."
(d) "They don't know what's good for them."

Short Answer Questions

1. From context, what is the best interpretation of the word "hot" in Alan's comment about the new receptionist: "She's hot" (26)?

2. At what time of year are Frank and Alan in Venice?

3. What is the name of the firm where Frank and Alan begin their legal careers?

4. What is Eda's reaction to Frank's suggestion that she be "shared" between him and Alan?

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

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