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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, The Story of My Marriage.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What does Zeno say about people who have not yet experienced marriage?
(a) They're missing out on one of the greatest joys in life.
(b) They think it is more important than it really is.
(c) They are smart to avoid marriage.
(d) They undervalue it.

4. What disease did Tullio have?
(a) Rheumatism.
(b) Diabetes.
(c) Consumption.
(d) Cancer.

5. Whom does Zeno say died soon after he was married?
(a) His Mother:
(b) Maria.
(c) Olivi.
(d) Giovanna.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was Tullio?

2. Which of the following was one of the physical features Zeno liked about his fiance?

3. How does Zeno describe his relationship with his father?

4. How many women did Zeno ask to marry him after the table turning?

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

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