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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Unspoiled Monsters, pp. 12 - 45.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Jones say it would be pointless to climb out the window?
(a) There is no fire escape.
(b) The window is sealed shut.
(c) The building is jammed up next to another one.
(d) There is a rooftop just below.

2. Jones enters into a relationship with Boatwright which is part sexual and part _____________.
(a) spiritual.
(b) religious.
(c) philanthropic.
(d) business.

3. What does Boatwright tell Jones about Jones' stories?
(a) They aren't very good.
(b) They are inspired.
(c) They are near perfection.
(d) They are brilliant.

4. The book focuses on the lives of people in _______________.
(a) decline.
(b) high society.
(c) poverty.
(d) rural America.

5. How can Capote's public persona be generally described?
(a) Passive.
(b) Extremely opinionated.
(c) Shy around others.
(d) Unable to speak in public.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Florie Rotondo move after her trip?

2. Who is one of the authors that Jones meets at Boatwright's parties?

3. What does Jones imply that he is considering?

4. What does the editor claim is at the core of this book?

5. What runs rampant in Jones' building?

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