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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. in the Before section, Ed Gentry is depressed after lunch because...
(a) He and his wife had a fight that morning.
(b) He doesn't like the presentation on which he's working.
(c) He's afraid he won't live up to Lewis' expectations of him.
(d) He feels his life is ordinary.

2. What one thing do all three men invited for the canoe trip share?
(a) All work for the same company.
(b) None like Lewis.
(c) All are unhappily married.
(d) All are suburban, middle-class men.

3. In the Before section, what does the graphics studio client think will best sell his Kitt's product?
(a) A model with a kitten pulling off her panties.
(b) A comic strip character.
(c) A nude model holding a pair of panties.
(d) He has no suggestions; it's Ed's business to know what sells.

4. What enables Lewis to live life on his terms?
(a) He has a subconscious death wish.
(b) He owns an insurance business.
(c) Self-determination.
(d) Lack of family.

5. Which of the four men discussing the canoe trip leads a normal, suburban life?
(a) All of them.
(b) Bobby and Drew.
(c) Ed and Lewis.
(d) None of them.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Lewis say the men should meet for their canoe trip?

2. Alone in his office after the luncheon during which the canoe trip was proposed, what depresses Ed?

3. What one good thing had Holley done that remains at the graphics business?

4. Alone in his office after the canoe trip was proposed, how does Ed get past his depression?

5. What about the model in Ed's photo shoot attracts him the most?

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