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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What dessert does the waitress correct Alexandra's pronunciation of when she orders it in Part II?
(a) Sorbet.
(b) Pot de creme.
(c) Creme brulee.
(d) Creme Anglais.

2. Which of the following is a reason Alexandra loves J?
(a) He cooks well.
(b) He makes a decent salary.
(c) He can handle, and even likes, her family.
(d) He has a fantastic sense of humor.

3. What does Corey tell Alexandra that is a nice thing for her to hear about her work in Part II?
(a) She is the editor's favorite reporter.
(b) She is incredibly valuable to the company as a reporter.
(c) She is in line for a promotion soon.
(d) She is the cheapest employee they have.

4. Where does J work in Part I?
(a) In a lab with scientists and mice.
(b) At a mechanic's shop.
(c) In a restaurant.
(d) On a farm.

5. Who is the senior editor for gadgets at Alexandra's job?
(a) Francis.
(b) Corey.
(c) Henry.
(d) Lacey.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who frequently asks Alexandra to go for a walk and coffee at work?

2. Who does Alexandra go to the tech party with in Part I?

3. What does Alexandra's mother ask her to do every day after she moves to the other coast?

4. What does Alexandra like about reporting?

5. What has Alexandra been asking about at work for ages that frustrates her?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Alexandra ask her mother what she thought of Nashville when she arrived there in 1982?

2. How does Alexandra feel about her job in Part I?

3. What does Alexandra think when her company finally gives her a raise?

4. What happens to the review of the Sheryl Sandberg book Alexandra writes?

5. How does Alexandra feel about social media platforms like Instagram?

6. What does Tim tell Alexandra about asking to stay to work for the tech publication remotely and asking for a raise at the same time?

7. What are some things Alexandra likes about media work?

8. What does Alexandra's managing editor do at the office that sets off a firestorm?

9. What kind of advice does Tim give to Alexandra in Part I?

10. What does Alexandra ultimately decide about her job when she moves to Ithaca?

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