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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to Styron during his museum visit in Paris?
(a) He runs out and leaves the group he was with.
(b) He begins to feel the late evening lethargy that always descends.
(c) He complains to his wife about the museum the whole time.
(d) He finds inspiration for another book.

2. What symptoms did Jarrell suffer from that caused Styron to believe in Jarrell's suicide?
(a) Black despondency, violent fluctuation of mood, and his deep depression.
(b) He had a terminal illness and was in pain.
(c) He often mentioned life wasn't worth living.
(d) He wanted his wife to have money and his insurance would give it to her.

3. How old was Styron when he published his first novel?
(a) 40.
(b) 15.
(c) 35.
(d) Mid-20's.

4. What is Styron not able to recover?
(a) His lucidity.
(b) His fame.
(c) His family.
(d) His friendships.

5. What do Styron's companions notice about him?
(a) He is angry at his friends.
(b) He is disoriented.
(c) He is very sleepy.
(d) That he appears not to feel well.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does Stryon say it will be before he returns to Paris?

2. What does Gary reveal to Styron about the effect the death of his ex-wife had on him?

3. What is the award Styron receives?

4. What causes Styron to lose his voice in Paris?

5. Why doesn't Styron recognize Camus's depression?

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