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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In Chapter 11: "Early March," what happens when Cleo touches one of the orchids inside the hothouse?
(a) It blooms.
(b) It speaks to her.
(c) It feels stiff and waxy.
(d) It withers.

3. In Chapter 9: "January," how does Frank feel during his argument with Cleo?
(a) Tenderness and compassion.
(b) Shame and remorse.
(c) Happiness and relief.
(d) Anger and power.

4. In Chapter 11: "Early March," what does Cleo experience while walking to her apartment?
(a) A warm breeze.
(b) A freezing wind.
(c) A sudden rainstorm.
(d) Sunshine.

5. In Chapter 8: "October," why do Cleo and Frank decide to go for a drink after their meeting with the client?
(a) To celebrate a successful business deal.
(b) To avoid the upcoming office party.
(c) To discuss their personal lives.
(d) To relax and unwind after a tense meeting.

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 8: "October," what occupies much of Cleo's time in preparation for the office holiday party?
(a) Avoiding the party altogether.
(b) Planning a surprise for Frank.
(c) Choosing a new outfit and getting ready.
(d) Writing a report for the next business meeting.

8. In Chapter 13: "Late March," how does the chapter end in terms of Frank and Cleo's relationship?
(a) They decide to forgive each other.
(b) Cleo confesses a secret.
(c) They hug and make amends.
(d) Frank leaves to call a taxi.

9. 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.

10. In Chapter 9: "January," what does Frank reveal to Eleanor about his personal life?
(a) His struggles with alcohol.
(b) His passion for art.
(c) His plans to open a European office.
(d) His successful career.

11. In Chapter 8: "October," what does Cleo's new outfit symbolize?
(a) Her desire to avoid the holiday party.
(b) Her aspiration for self-improvement.
(c) Her financial success.
(d) Her preference for casual attire.

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

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

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

15. In Chapter 9: "January," what does Cleo create for the protest?
(a) A banner that says, "I Love South Africa."
(b) A sculpture of Frank.
(c) A sign that reads, "Make Art Not Debt!"
(d) A mural of her pet sugar glider.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In Chapter 8: "October," during the walk in the snow-covered park, what topic do Cleo and Frank discuss?

3. In Chapter 7: "Late September," what does Cleo do when Frank decides to take the bet and jump from the hotel balcony?

4. In Chapter 12: "Still March," why is Santiago unable to spend much time with Anders during the first two days?

5. In Chapter 12: "Still March," what revelation about Cleo's condition affects the dynamics between Santiago and Anders?

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