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

2. What idea did Zeno's wife have for helping him to quit smoking?
(a) She suggested a nicotine pill.
(b) She suggested that he gradually cut back on his cigarette smoking.
(c) She suggested that he go into a sanatorium.
(d) She offered to hide his cigarettes.

3. Why did Zeno become agitated in the sanatorium?
(a) He was attracted to the person who was left to guard him.
(b) He didn't get his last cigarette.
(c) He had nicotine withdrawal.
(d) He suspected that he wife was having an affair with Dr. Muli.

4. How does Zeno describe his past troubles with women?
(a) He desired all of them.
(b) They didn't like him.
(c) He was shy around them.
(d) He didn't like them.

5. How does Zeno say he felt after a session of childhood smoking?
(a) Sick.
(b) Exhilarated.
(c) Older.
(d) Guilty.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Zeno, when did his mother die?

2. What did the doctor decide was ailing Zeno?

3. What makes Zeno want to try Dr. Muli's cure?

4. What did the doctor say when Zeno asked him whether there was any hope?

5. How old does Zeno say he was when he discovered that he hated the way cigarettes tasted and the way they made him feel?

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