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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section V (pages 120-152).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Richard upset by his lunch with Philip Lentz and others?
(a) He is afraid for the state of modern science.
(b) He cannot forget the hurt feelings felt by the people Lentz insults.
(c) He is terrified by the fragility of the current peace.
(d) He is concerned that the others' research is overlooking one vital principle.

2. What does time with Diana make Richard think back to about his time with C.?
(a) C. wanting children.
(b) C. longing for anonymity after his book came out.
(c) C. going away to work with another researcher.
(d) C. flirting with another man.

3. What was C.'s reaction to Richard's storytelling?
(a) She was enthusiastic and collaborated with him as he told the stories.
(b) She pretended to be interested.
(c) She was patient but uninterested.
(d) She was rapt.

4. What does Richard do at his office night?
(a) Sleep.
(b) Write.
(c) Work.
(d) Wander the halls.

5. How does Philip Lentz respond when Diana Hartrick challenges him?
(a) He insults her.
(b) He agrees that she has a valid point.
(c) He jumps out of his seat with a realization.
(d) He explains at length.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Richard describe his relationship with C.?

2. Where does Richard try to draw stories out of people?

3. How long was Richard with C.?

4. What was Richard's job when he lived with C.?

5. Philip Lentz's tirade make Richard think of _____.

(see the answer key)

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