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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. Who is the editor of this book?
(a) William Sloane.
(b) Joseph M. Fox.
(c) Bennett Cerf.
(d) William Paley.

2. Why does Fouts send Jones a first class ticket to Paris?
(a) He wanted his advice.
(b) He was attracted to Jones' stories.
(c) He wanted him to attend his premiere.
(d) He missed him.

3. What happened to Capote when real people recognized themselves in this book?
(a) They rejected Capote.
(b) They gave the book as Christmas gifts.
(c) They celebrated the book.
(d) They wanted royalties.

4. Who is one of the authors that Jones meets at Boatwright's parties?
(a) Ernest Hemingway.
(b) F. Scott Fitzgerald.
(c) William Faulkner.
(d) James Joyce.

5. Who is most probably the narrator of the book?
(a) Truman Capote.
(b) William Faulkner.
(c) Ernest Hemingway.
(d) F. Scott Fitzgerald.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jones consider the item in #70 to be?

2. What was the minimal payment Jones ever received for a sexual experience?

3. What is Natalie Barney's notoriety?

4. Where did Jones move with money he earned?

5. Who is one person who becomes a key figure in Jones' life?

(see the answer key)

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