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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, My Father's Death.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Did Zeno cry immediately when he discovered that his father was ill?
(a) No.
(b) Yes.
(c) He tried to cry but could not.
(d) He did but pretended to have dust in his eyes.

2. What did Zeno shout in his father's ear when he died?
(a) "I am sorry!"
(b) "It was not my fault!"
(c) "I'll never forgive you!"
(d) "Don't leave me!"

3. What did Zeno tell his father he was doing with his coat?
(a) Looking for loose change.
(b) Brushing it off.
(c) Admiring the color.
(d) Counting buttons.

4. What was the nurse's name?
(a) Carlo.
(b) Marco.
(c) Acacia.
(d) Guido.

5. How does Zeno always try to quit smoking?
(a) He makes resolutions.
(b) He stops buying cigarettes.
(c) He throws all of his cigarettes into the trash.
(d) He hides his cigarettes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Zeno say about the noble attitude one has when he makes a resolution to quit smoking?

2. What condition did Zeno think his father had?

3. How does Zeno say he used to decide when to stop smoking?

4. Who is the main character of this book?

5. How does Zeno think his father felt about Zeno's future?

(see the answer key)

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