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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Zooey (pgs. 174-202).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the film about that Zooey made with Dick Hess?
(a) A farmer who moves to the city.
(b) A romance of a young man falling in love.
(c) A dancer.
(d) A drunk.

2. Why does Franny love the married couple in the pilgrim's story in the book that she is reading?
(a) They spread the word of God.
(b) They love each other.
(c) They allow the servants to eat with them every night.
(d) They took good care of the pilgrim.

3. After Zooey tells Bessie the story of the pilgrim, how does Bessie react?
(a) She wants Franny to see a priest.
(b) She wonders if Franny is searching for the prayer.
(c) She becomes very worried for Franny.
(d) She becomes angry.

4. What does Buddy lecture about at the college where he works?
(a) Shakespeare.
(b) Poetry.
(c) Catholicism.
(d) Zen and Buddhism.

5. When Frannie and Lane get in the cab, Frannie feels what?
(a) Nothing.
(b) Guilty that she has not missed him.
(c) So much love for Lane.
(d) Somewhat glad to see him.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the book that Franny is reading, after the pilgrim learns what he is seeking, what does he do next?

2. In Zooey's words, what is the one aim of the Jesus Prayer?

3. When Zooey mentions that Franny should talk to someone, who is it that she wants to speak with?

4. Who introduces the second part of the novel?

5. What should poets leave behind according to Franny?

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