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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Three, The Utility of Fiction.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the narrator purchase on his lunch break?
(a) A diamond ring from Tiffany's.
(b) A scarf from a street vendor.
(c) A Cartier watch.
(d) Some cocaine on the street corner.

2. What happens to the narrator's deadline on the French piece?
(a) The French piece is taken out of his hands and given to Avery.
(b) The deadline is delayed, giving him much more time.
(c) The French piece is completely scrapped and all his time wasted.
(d) The deadline is moved up and he may not be able to finish.

3. What kind of guy does the narrator see himself as?
(a) The kind of guy who is the life of the party.
(b) The kind of guy who runs marathons for fun.
(c) The kind of guy who appreciates a night a home with a good book.
(d) The kind of guy who enjoys facts and spurns fiction.

4. Is the narrator depressed about his current situation?
(a) It is unclear in the text.
(b) Yes, he is in a pattern he cannot break.
(c) No, he loves his lifestyle.
(d) Maybe, he is entirely indecisive.

5. What does stepping outside the club feel like to the narrator?
(a) A brisk morning walk.
(b) A mother's reproach.
(c) A shopping trip at Christmastime.
(d) A heavenly descent.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do Tad and the narrator go to party?

2. Why does the narrator like Tad Allagash?

3. What article is the narrator currently working on?

4. What does the narrator feel is his most shameful addiction?

5. What kind of ship does the narrator watch make its way across the river?

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