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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Styron, what do people closest to those who commit suicide often do?
(a) Deny that the death was suicide.
(b) Denounce their loved one.
(c) Begin suffering from depression and are in danger of suicide also.
(d) Grieve longer than for death from other reasons.

2. What does Gary confess to Styron about Camus's depression?
(a) He didn't believe Camus really suffered from depression.
(b) That Gary saw the same depression in himself, though it was controlled.
(c) He had tried to convince Camus to get help.
(d) He knew Camus was going to commit suicide and did nothing about it.

3. What does Styron say is the most universal symptom of depression?
(a) Intense anxiety.
(b) Self-hatred or lack of self-esteem.
(c) Loss of friendships.
(d) Sadness.

4. Why doesn't Styron recognize Camus's depression?
(a) He had never experienced depression himself, so had no real clue.
(b) Camus hid it very well because he was embarrassed by it.
(c) He didn't believe in depression at the time.
(d) He didn't know Camus very well.

5. What effect does Styron's op-ed piece have on the general public?
(a) Many people thought Styron was weak.
(b) Many suffering from depression were suddenly willing to come forward and admit it.
(c) Many felt he didn't deserve the del Duco award.
(d) Many felt he was justified in feeling depressed.

Short Answer Questions

1. Styron agrees with what literary guide's belief?

2. What does Styron believe about a depressed colleague's decision to ride with a reckless driver?

3. What happens before Styron meets with Camus?

4. What does Styron say the award he received should have done for him?

5. What is unusual about Styron's visit to Paris?

(see the answer key)

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