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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to Styron's speech as he becomes more depressed?
(a) Nothing happens to his speech.
(b) It slows to a halting rate.
(c) It becomes very rapid.
(d) He is unable to make certain sounds.

2. What does the doctor tell Styron about his medicine, Halcion, and its dosage?
(a) He needs a much larger dose.
(b) It is not effective for depression.
(c) It is the best medicine.
(d) It is three times the normal dose and not recommended for men his age.

3. What starts Styron's downward spiral into depression?
(a) Trouble with his wife.
(b) Being isolated in Connecticut in the winter.
(c) The loss of several friends to suicide.
(d) He begins to suffer nausea when drinking alcohol, which he had depended upon.

4. Where does Styron spend his summers?
(a) In Florida.
(b) In Paris.
(c) At Martha's Vineyard.
(d) On his farm in Connecticut.

5. What is the second stage of psychological development in depression?
(a) Suicide.
(b) Dependency.
(c) Euphoria.
(d) Physical pain.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a probable reason that Styron's doctor or family don't suggest hospitalization for him?

2. According to Styron, what is the greatest fallacy about suicide?

3. What is the old term for depression?

4. What does Styron believe he needs to get well that can be provided by the hospital?

5. What is a common occurrence in people planning suicide?

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