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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 7: "Late September," how does Cleo feel about the simplicity of their hotel room?
(a) She finds it boring and uncomfortable.
(b) She thinks it is too luxurious for her taste.
(c) She enjoys it and finds it cozy.
(d) She wishes they had a room with a better view.

2. In Chapter 8: "October," how does the snow-covered park at the end of the chapter connect to the chapter's themes?
(a) It signifies Cleo's desire to leave the past behind.
(b) It symbolizes Cleo's avoidance of change.
(c) It represents Cleo's indifference to her surroundings.
(d) It reflects themes of renewal and transformation.

3. In Chapter 12: "Still March," what activity does Anders suggest they do during their time together in Malibu?
(a) Going to a party.
(b) Watching a movie.
(c) Hiking Sandstone Peak with Thor.
(d) Having a fancy dinner.

4. In Chapter 7: "Late September," why does tension arise between Cleo and Frank in the chapter's opening scene?
(a) Cleo suggests they extend their honeymoon by a few days.
(b) Frank decides to leave the hotel without Cleo.
(c) Cleo wants to take a bet, but Frank disapproves.
(d) Frank wants to go sightseeing, but Cleo prefers to stay in their room.

5. In Chapter 9: "January," how does Eleanor react to Frank's presence in the bar?
(a) She is surprised and curious.
(b) She is excited and flirts with him.
(c) She is angry and confronts him.
(d) She is indifferent and ignores him.

6. In Chapter 8: "October," how do Cleo and Frank feel about exploring their Jewish heritage?
(a) They find it irrelevant to their lives.
(b) They are enthusiastic and curious.
(c) They feel overwhelmed and confused.
(d) They have no interest in it.

7. In Chapter 11: "Early March," why does Cleo think Quentin was right about her?
(a) She is not like those kind of people.
(b) She is too ambitious.
(c) She is too kind.
(d) She is too wealthy.

8. In Chapter 7: "Late September," what does the reunion between Cleo and Frank signify in the chapter?
(a) An unresolved conflict.
(b) The end of their relationship.
(c) A turning point of reconciliation and joy.
(d) A bitter argument.

9. In Chapter 7: "Late September," what does Cleo do when Frank decides to take the bet and jump from the hotel balcony?
(a) She leaves the hotel without saying anything.
(b) She enthusiastically encourages him to go for it.
(c) She pleads with him not to jump.
(d) She jumps with him.

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 is trying to avoid Cleo.
(c) It is the only artwork he understands.
(d) He thinks it is the most expensive.

11. In Chapter 13: "Late March," why does Cleo say that she wishes she was joking during the argument between her and Frank?
(a) To emphasize her sense of humor.
(b) To lighten the mood.
(c) To mock Frank.
(d) To express her frustration with Frank.

12. In Chapter 11: "Early March," how does Cleo feel as the taxi pulls away?
(a) Excited.
(b) Upset.
(c) Relieved.
(d) Anxious.

13. In Chapter 13: "Late March," what does Frank claim he wished for regarding his mother?
(a) He wished his mother would be proud of him.
(b) He wished his mother would acknowledge him.
(c) He wished his mother would leave him alone.
(d) He wished his mother would die.

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

15. In Chapter 12: "Still March," how does Santiago feel about the homeless population in Venice?
(a) He is conflicted and afraid of them.
(b) He is sympathetic and concerned for their well-being.
(c) He is indifferent and ignores them.
(d) He feels comfortable and at ease with them.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Cleo feel when she spots Cleo, Frank's wife, at the office holiday party?

2. In Chapter 13: "Late March," how does the chapter end in terms of Frank and Cleo's relationship?

3. In Chapter 9: "January," why does Frank throw the sugar glider down the toilet?

4. In Chapter 9: "January," what does the sugar glider symbolize?

5. In Chapter 8: "October," what is the purpose of Cleo and Frank's meeting with a real estate client?

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