1. Though the death of the poet, Randall Jarrell, was ruled accidental, why does Styron say it was probably suicide?
(a) He wanted to gain support for his theory that depression led to suicide.
(b) Because of Jarrell's depression and the fact there was no reason for him to be on the road on which he was struck by a car.
(c) He didn't want Jarrell's widow to receive the large insurance settlement.
(d) He wanted to discredit Jarrell because of a disagreement they had.

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

3. What does Styron say about not returning to France?
(a) He had such a miserable time in Paris.
(b) He believes one day in the near future he will take his own life.
(c) It cost so much to go and he was nearly broke.
(d) He doesn't like to travel.

4. What does Styron realize in Paris that helps him understand what is happening to him?
(a) He can't talk to his wife any more.
(b) He can't think clearly anymore.
(c) The circadian cycle gives him moments of brief respite from the deep depression, giving clarity of thought.
(d) He begins to cry incessantly and realizes he is depressed.

5. What does the suicide of another of Styron's friends lead him to believe?
(a) That he would soon have to face the fact that his own suicide is his only way out.
(b) That his friends must be weak.
(c) That life isn't worth living.
(d) That he isn't a very good friend to others since he can't help them.