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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9 and 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Styron meet Hoffman?
(a) At a democratic convention.
(b) At the del Duco award dinner.
(c) At a writer's conference.
(d) He had never really met him, only talked to him.

2. During one sleepless episode, what does Styron realize about his illness?
(a) That he needs to get a handle on it.
(b) That he is a very weak person to let it rule his life.
(c) That he is recovering.
(d) It will take his life if allowed to continue.

3. How does Styron mange to avoid the recommended shock treatment?
(a) He refuses to let them do it.
(b) He pretends that he had already had it.
(c) He begins to get better immediately.
(d) His doctor doesn't believe in it.

4. According to Styron, why is the word depression so hard for people to accept?
(a) It has not been heard of before.
(b) It indicates a weak person.
(c) It is the word for a hole in the ground, which is very demeaning for a name of a major illness.
(d) People can't understand what it means.

5. How long does Stryon say it will be before he returns to Paris?
(a) A month.
(b) A year.
(c) Forever.
(d) A couple of years.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What starts Styron's downward spiral into depression?

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

4. Who arranges a meeting between Albert Camus and Styron?

5. When is depression at its worst?

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