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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16, Toad Time 1948-1955.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1946, what did Dorothy do about her relationship with Alan?
(a) She reconciled with him.
(b) She announced her intent to divorce him.
(c) She moved overseas to be with him.
(d) She had an affair with even younger men to spite him.

2. Where was the job with Elitch Gardens located that Alan was offered?
(a) New York.
(b) Denver.
(c) Pennsylvania.
(d) California.

3. Who came up with the idea of an exclusive lunch club?
(a) Aleck Woolcott.
(b) Robert Benchley.
(c) Eddie Parker.
(d) Dorothy Parker.

4. Why did Eddie encourage Dorothy's habit?
(a) Because it lessened how much she vocalized her distaste for Eddies drinking.
(b) Because it made him feel less guilty about his bad habits.
(c) Because he liked having her along.
(d) Because he liked the attention she created while they were out.

5. What did the editor think of Dorothy's request for a job at Vanity Fair magazine?
(a) He thought she was a silly woman who wasn't qualified for the job.
(b) He was impressed and said he would keep her in mind.
(c) He was appalled at her lack of candor.
(d) He thought she was out of line and didn't give it a second thought.

Short Answer Questions

1. What vice of Dorothy's did Dr. Barach focus his efforts on curing?

2. What was "The Big Blonde" referred to in the literary world?

3. When Benchley and Sherwood were hired and joined Dorothy at Vanity Fair, what nickname were the three of them given?

4. How old was Dorothy's father when he met her mother?

5. Who, from "Vanity Fair", did Dorothy choose as a role model?

(see the answer key)

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