2. 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 uncomfortably warm.
(b) She is sexually available.
(c) She is angry about something.
(d) She is physically attractive.

3. What kind of company is Hardmann Roe?
(a) A law firm.
(b) A large manufacturer.
(c) A lobbying group.
(d) A drug company.

4. In what way do Frank and Alan become "like the old partners" at the firm because of the Hardmann Roe case?
(a) They are isolated from the daily workings of the firm.
(b) They are assigned to much better offices while they work on the case.
(c) Working on this case earns them a lot of respect.
(d) The firm pays them a large bonus to work on the case.

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

6. What does the allusion to Frik and Frak imply about how the higher-ups at their firm see Alan and Frank?
(a) They are seen as one entity.
(b) They are considered inept.
(c) They are almost invisible.
(d) They are seen as determined.

7. 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."

8. With whom does Brenda go on a trip to Hawaii?
(a) Her mother.
(b) Frank.
(c) Her sister.
(d) Her father.

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

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

11. What is the name of the firm where Frank and Alan begin their legal careers?
(a) Abbott, Yeardley.
(b) Cook, Hopewell.
(c) Denton, Meyer.
(d) Weyland, Braun.

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

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

14. What is implied when Brenda meets "a handsome Dutchman who worked for a bank" (30)?
(a) Frank is more focused on the case than on Brenda, so she finds a different boyfriend.
(b) Brenda has always been more interested in finding a rich man than finding true love.
(c) Brenda is cheating on Frank, but he not invested in their relationship enough to notice.
(d) Brenda is looking for a house for her and Frank to live in outside the city.

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