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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What year is it when the novel opens?
(a) 1945
(b) 1972
(c) 1938
(d) 1962

2. In what department does Larry teach at the university?
(a) History
(b) Biology
(c) English
(d) Art

3. How does Sally impress the guests?
(a) Mixing drinks for everyone
(b) Reading The Odyssey in Greek
(c) Singing solos at the piano
(d) Reciting some of her own poetry

4. Who is Sally?
(a) Larry's sister
(b) Sid's ex-wife
(c) Larry's wife
(d) Sid's wife

5. How is Sid characterized?
(a) The boy next door
(b) A good old boy
(c) Michaelangelo out of carrara
(d) Arrogant and elusive

Short Answer Questions

1. Who awakens at the vacation house as the story begins?

2. Who is Larry's office mate?

3. What is the state of Sally's health?

4. Where is Sid and Charity's vacation house located?

5. What surprise does Sid have for Charity and her family?

(see the answer key)

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