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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What new approach does Styron's psychiatrist use?
(a) Psychoanalysis.
(b) DSM recommendations.
(c) Pharmacological, without physical and mental support.
(d) Disattachment therapy.

2. What does Styron want us to understand about those who commit suicide?
(a) That they were weak and couldn't handle pain.
(b) That they were always good writers.
(c) That secrecy and shame are not the right reaction.
(d) That they had no other way to escape.

3. For Styron, what is the most devastating loss of physical functions?
(a) His ability to sleep and lack of dreaming.
(b) His sexual drive.
(c) His agility and interest in sports.
(d) His ability to stay awake during the day.

4. What pressing question does Styron have about the course of depression?
(a) Why do some who suffered commit suicide while others don't?
(b) What medicines are effective?
(c) Why doesn't the person just cheer up and get over it?
(d) Why would a person who has everything still be depressed?

5. What does Gary reveal to Styron about the effect the death of his ex-wife had on him?
(a) He finally felt free again.
(b) He began to suffer greatly from deep depression.
(c) He was afraid she had committed suicide.
(d) He was afraid he would be suspected in her death.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Styron so sad about Hoffman's suicide?

2. What city is Styron in at the beginning of the memoir?

3. During the dinner party, what does Styron do with his diary?

4. Which group of people have more incidence of depression than all others?

5. At the dinner party, how does Styron react to the four friends?

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