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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. In Chapter 7: "Late September," what happens to Cleo after she leaves the hotel?
(a) She meets a group of local teenagers.
(b) She gets lost in the town.
(c) She finds a local art gallery.
(d) She is immediately joined by Frank.

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

5. In Chapter 12: "Still March," why does Santiago visit the airport chapel?
(a) To pray for his upcoming flight.
(b) To seek inner strength and guidance.
(c) To meet with Cleo.
(d) To attend a Mass.

6. 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 traveling.
(c) Because he is sick.
(d) Due to his work at the restaurant.

7. 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 alive and well.
(c) Her mother is abusive.
(d) Her mother is suffering from an illness.

8. In Chapter 9: "January," what career achievement does Frank celebrate?
(a) Getting a promotion at his job.
(b) Becoming a famous artist.
(c) Winning the Kapow! account for his advertising agency.
(d) Winning the lottery.

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

10. In Chapter 13: "Late March," what does Frank use as a coping mechanism to deal with his emotional pain?
(a) Prescription medication.
(b) Meditation and yoga.
(c) Therapy.
(d) Alcohol.

11. In Chapter 10: "February," how does Anders feel about the art at the gallery in general?
(a) He finds it somewhat appealing.
(b) He is completely uninterested.
(c) He loves it all.
(d) He cannot decide.

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

13. In Chapter 8: "October," during the walk in the snow-covered park, what topic do Cleo and Frank discuss?
(a) Their upcoming business projects.
(b) Their Jewish heritage and roots.
(c) Their plans for a winter vacation.
(d) Their favorite holiday traditions.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In Chapter 9: "January," what does Frank suggest to Eleanor at the end of their conversation?

3. In Chapter 12: "Still March," why does Anders cry?

4. In Chapter 12: "Still March," how does Santiago reflect on the hunger for connection in the lives of the characters?

5. In Chapter 7: "Late September," what ultimately prompts Cleo to leave the makeshift club?

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