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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. 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) "They don't know what's good for them."
(d) "Alan, we're the same, you and me."

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

3. What is Alan's family's religious background?
(a) Jewish.
(b) Protestant.
(c) Muslim.
(d) Catholic.

4. From context, which is a reasonable interpretation of the simile "They had separate rooms, like staterooms, like passengers on a fading boat" (36)?
(a) Brenda, Frank, and Alan no longer enjoy each other's company.
(b) Europe is a snobby and elitist place.
(c) Brenda, Frank, and Alan are getting older.
(d) Europe is a boring place to visit.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Frank buy postcards in Arezzo?

2. What is implied when Brenda meets "a handsome Dutchman who worked for a bank" (30)?

3. Where is Alan's family from?

4. Who is Camille?

5. What does Frank like about Brenda?

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