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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. When Zeno became ill with a painful sore throat and a fever, what did he resolve to do?
(a) Take better care of his health.
(b) Develop a more positive outlook.
(c) Cut back on his smoking.
(d) Give up smoking.

2. Why did Zeno go to see Dr. Canestrini?
(a) To get a certificate of sanity.
(b) To get a medicine that would dull his cigarette cravings.
(c) For his shortness of breath.
(d) For electrical treatments.

3. What did Zeno's father do right before he died?
(a) He said he was frightened.
(b) He struck Zeno.
(c) He ate his favorite meal.
(d) He asked to see Zeno's mother.

4. Whom does Zeno say was left to guard him in the sanatorium?
(a) Giovanna.
(b) Marla.
(c) Gabriel.
(d) Olivi.

5. What phrase does Zeno use to describe Dr. Muli?
(a) Of uncertain age.
(b) Aggressively cheerful.
(c) Lean but strong.
(d) The picture of elegance.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Zeno's nickname for his father when he was in college?

2. What emotions did Zeno feel when he realized his father was close to death thanks to him?

3. What was the nurse's name?

4. What did Zeno tell his father he was doing with his coat?

5. Who asked Zeno if he thought death was the end of everything?

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