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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 13: "Late March," how does Cleo react to Frank's statement about his mother?
(a) She is disgusted.
(b) She expresses sympathy.
(c) She agrees with him.
(d) She laughs.

2. In Chapter 13: "Late March," why does Frank miss work for the first time ever?
(a) He is ill.
(b) He is attending a family event.
(c) He has a hangover.
(d) He is on vacation.

3. In Chapter 12: "Still March," why is Santiago unable to spend much time with Anders during the first two days?
(a) Because he is avoiding Anders.
(b) Because he is sick.
(c) Due to his work at the restaurant.
(d) Because he is traveling.

4. In Chapter 11: "Early March," what does Cleo want to tell Frank about?
(a) An upcoming party.
(b) Her work schedule.
(c) A new book she is reading.
(d) Her favorite painting.

5. In Chapter 8: "October," what is the immediate effect of Frank's mistaken introduction on Cleo?
(a) She experiences self-doubt and confusion.
(b) She decides to leave the party.
(c) She dances with Frank's wife to ease the tension.
(d) She feels angry and confrontational.

6. In Chapter 8: "October," what is the purpose of Cleo and Frank's meeting with a real estate client?
(a) To discuss potential opportunities for investment.
(b) To discuss a failed real estate project.
(c) To prepare for the office holiday party.
(d) To finalize a real estate deal.

7. In Chapter 9: "January," why does Frank throw the sugar glider down the toilet?
(a) He accidentally dropped it.
(b) He did not want Cleo to find out he had killed it.
(c) He was too drunk to realize what he was doing.
(d) He was trying to rescue it from drowning.

8. In Chapter 12: "Still March," how does Santiago reflect on the hunger for connection in the lives of the characters?
(a) He thinks their physical appearance doesn't impact their connections.
(b) He highlights their genuine and meaningful relationships.
(c) He believes the characters are content with their relationships.
(d) He believes the characters struggle with loneliness and the desire for meaningful connections.

9. In Chapter 11: "Early March," what childhood memory does Cleo recall during her transformation
(a) Her favorite childhood pet.
(b) A family vacation.
(c) A school dance.
(d) A moment with her mother and an indigo-blue sky.

10. In Chapter 10: "February," why does Anders bee-line toward an oil painting at the gallery?
(a) He is drawn to the artist's style.
(b) He thinks it is the most expensive.
(c) It is the only artwork he understands.
(d) He is trying to avoid Cleo.

11. In Chapter 13: "Late March," what does Cleo reveal about her mother's fate during the argument between her and Frank?
(a) Her mother died by suicide.
(b) Her mother is abusive.
(c) Her mother is suffering from an illness.
(d) Her mother is alive and well.

12. In Chapter 9: "January," what does Frank complain to Cleo about in the beginning of the chapter?
(a) Her obsession with their pet sugar glider. Answer: b) Her ungratefulness and lack of appreciation.
(b) Her involvement in the art school tuition protest.
(c) Her inability to cook a good meal.
(d) Her ungratefulness and lack of appreciation.

13. What news does Frank share with Cleo after winning the Kapow! account?
(a) They will be working in South Africa next month.
(b) He is going to start a European office.
(c) He is quitting his job.
(d) He is leaving the advertising business.

14. In Chapter 8: "October," what themes are enriched by the conversation about Jewish heritage?
(a) Themes of exploring one's roots and connection.
(b) Themes of financial success and ambition.
(c) Themes of self-acceptance and self-improvement.
(d) Themes of isolation and loneliness.

15. What mistaken name does Frank use when introducing Cleo to his wife?
(a) Lee.
(b) Luca.
(c) Lily.
(d) Lucy.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 10: "February," why is Anders hesitant to move to LA for a job opportunity?

2. In Chapter 11: "Early March," what does Cleo experience while walking to her apartment?

3. In Chapter 10: "February," what is Anders initially feeling when he thinks about Cleo revealing their relationship to Frank?

4. What emotion does Anders experience as he contemplates the art in the gallery?

5. In Chapter 13: "Late March," why does Cleo say that she wishes she was joking during the argument between her and Frank?

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