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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. How old does Zeno say Giovanni is?
(a) 50.
(b) 60.
(c) 45.
(d) 70.

4. How many hours a day did Zeno tell Tullio he worked in his office?
(a) 12 hours.
(b) 8 hours.
(c) 18 hours.
(d) 6 hours.

5. How many commandments did Giovanni write in Zeno's notebook?
(a) 12.
(b) 5.
(c) 10.
(d) 3.

6. How did Giovanni react to Zeno's talk about getting rid of Olivi and managing his own affairs?
(a) He encouraged Zeno.
(b) He suggested a different person to manage Zeno's affairs.
(c) He offered to manage Zeno's affairs.
(d) He seemed alarmed.

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

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

9. Who is the main character of this book?
(a) Zeno.
(b) Dr. Hahn.
(c) Giuseppe.
(d) Dr. Muli.

10. A doctor asked Zeno's father to return for a follow-up visit after a few weeks. Why didn't his father go back to the doctor?
(a) He said the doctor's fees were astronomical.
(b) He believed the doctor was incompetent.
(c) He said doctors and grave diggers were equally odious.
(d) He felt better.

11. How did Zeno feel about his future wife during his engagement?
(a) He found her funny.
(b) He found her repulsive.
(c) He hated her.
(d) He felt physical desire for her.

12. What does Zeno say one never talks about after getting married?
(a) Illnesses.
(b) Passion.
(c) Love.
(d) Prior Relationships.

13. Who discovered that Zeno's father was having health distress?
(a) Maria.
(b) Zeno,
(c) Dr. Muli
(d) Olivi.

14. How did Zeno act whenever he was with Ada?
(a) Angry.
(b) Shy.
(c) Foolishly.
(d) Calmly.

15. Which sister thought Zeno was mad?
(a) Augusta.
(b) Alberta.
(c) Anna.
(d) Ada.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many cigarettes did Zeno take to the sanatorium?

2. How does Zeno say he came to steal?

3. Once Zeno bought his first pack of cigarettes, how many did he say he smoked at one time?

4. According to Zeno's estimation, how old was his father's doctor?

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

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