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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Preface to The Child Runs Deep in Filidor.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the narrator, what are all underdeveloped artists bound to create?
(a) Terrible art.
(b) Mediocre art.
(c) Brilliant art.
(d) They will not be creating art at all.

2. Which of the following familial groups has the largest influence on the way Joey lives his life?
(a) His step-parents.
(b) His siblings.
(c) His aunts.
(d) His grandparents.

3. How do the children react when they read Pimko's notes about their behavior?
(a) They are apathetic.
(b) They are outraged.
(c) They are confused.
(d) They are excited.

4. What does Joey believe a writer's job should be?
(a) Speaking so the people understand you.
(b) Speaking in a voice that represents the masses.
(c) Speaking so no one can understand what you're saying.
(d) Speaking in one's own true voice.

5. How old is Joey at the opening of the novel?
(a) 27-years-old.
(b) 30-years-old.
(c) 19-years-old.
(d) 42-years-old.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the dream, how does Joey react when he sees a younger apparition of himself waving to him?

2. What insect does Kneadus eat as counter-attack to the first face in the dual?

3. What does Joey do for a living?

4. Which of the following adjectives best describes Doctor T. Pimko?

5. How long does it take the teacher to convince the contrary student that Slowacki's poetry is, indeed, his favorite?

(see the answer key)

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