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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to Styron's writing as he descends into depression?
(a) He begins to write much faster and more productively.
(b) His writing doesn't make sense.
(c) He gets published much easier.
(d) It eventually becomes non-existent.

2. Why are late afternoons so distressing to Styron?
(a) He suffers from panic and anxiety.
(b) He gets sleepy and couldn't work.
(c) He has to go to his doctor every afternoon.
(d) He takes naps and had nightmares during the nap.

3. What two substances contribute to Styron's depression?
(a) Alcohol and Halcion.
(b) Tobacco and alcohol.
(c) Heroin and tobacco.
(d) Cocaine and alcohol.

4. During one sleepless episode, what does Styron realize about his illness?
(a) That he is a very weak person to let it rule his life.
(b) That he needs to get a handle on it.
(c) It will take his life if allowed to continue.
(d) That he is recovering.

5. What reaction does Styron have to a flock of Canadian geese?
(a) He tries to shoot them.
(b) They temporarily restore his good feelings.
(c) He thinks they are graceful.
(d) He is frozen in anxiety at the sight of them.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the old term for depression?

2. At what point in one's life does Styron say the seeds of depression are planted?

3. In what year does Styron first realize his illness could lead to his death?

4. In what way does Styron's depression come upon him?

5. What do Styron's companions notice about him?

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