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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After writing his attack on the Catholic church, Arturo:
(a) Mails it to his mother
(b) Disposes of it
(c) Mails it to his childhood priest
(d) Sends it to the Pope

2. Hellfrick wants to borrow money from Arturo, this time for:
(a) Cigarettes
(b) Gin
(c) Meat
(d) Milk

3. Why does Arturo write an angry essay about Catholicism?
(a) Because his mother has pushed Catholicism
(b) Because the church makes him feel guilty
(c) Because a priest criticized his story
(d) Because he no longer believes in God

4. Because Arturo is now rejecting her, Camilla thinks he:
(a) Is in love with Sammy
(b) Has another girlfriend
(c) Is a homosexual
(d) Has lost his mind

5. How does the author tell us that Vera is an older woman?
(a) She is weak and unstable
(b) He mentions the odor of aging
(c) Her years of experience betray her age
(d) She is dressed in old fashioned clothes

Short Answer Questions

1. Arturo's novel will be published, but Camilla is now:

2. Seeing Camilla's apartment after the earthquake, Arturo:

3. Why does Arturo tell wild stories of his great heroism after the earthquake?

4. With his novel published, Arturo's life has:

5. What does Arturo take from Camilla's car?

Short Essay Questions

1. Discuss Arturo's response to seeing Camilla laughing over his telegram by going dancing. Is his response predictable?

2. What purpose does Willie fill in Camilla's life?

3. Why is Arturo no longer feeling particularly threatened by Sammy?

4. Discuss the emotional "dance" that goes on between Arturo and Camilla. Why are they unable to get along?

5. What does the sad character, Vera's presence in this chapter represent to Arturo?

6. Discuss what happens to Arturo's relationship with Hellfrick.

7. Discuss Arturo's response to his sexual success with Vera.

8. What is it that draws Camilla to the abusive Sammy?

9. Do you consider Arturo pathetic for taking Camilla's hat?

10. Arturo is feeling fairly good until Camilla shows up. What emotions does Camilla bring out in Arturo?

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