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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Preamble and Chapter 1, Smoke.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Zeno describe the flavor of a last cigarette?
(a) Sweet.
(b) Heady.
(c) Like freedom.
(d) More poignant than others.

2. What did the doctor decide was ailing Zeno?
(a) His stomach lacked acid.
(b) He had a chronic lung disorder.
(c) He was addicted to smoking.
(d) He was depressed.

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

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

5. How did Zeno and Giovanna pass their time together?
(a) They talked and shared a bottle of wine.
(b) They ignored each other.
(c) They had a physical fight.
(d) They argued most of the time.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was Dr. Muli?

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

3. When Zeno became ill with a painful sore throat and a fever, what did he resolve to do?

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

5. How does Zeno always try to quit smoking?

(see the answer key)

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