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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Few Shells.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the author say is required to obtain simplicity?
(a) Simple surroundings
(b) No family
(c) Being single
(d) Sacrifices

2. Why is a pure relationship not to be desired?
(a) It doesn't last
(b) It gets boring
(c) It is limited
(d) It is too frustrating

3. What does Anne say about a perfect day?
(a) They are impossible
(b) Life is not filled with continuous perfect days
(c) They happen all the time
(d) Everyday is perfect

4. Why does Anne take only a few shells home with her?
(a) She didn't have room in her suitcase
(b) The less she has the more they'll be appreciated
(c) Her husband didn't like smelly shells
(d) There weren't many shells at that beach

5. What does the author say must be balanced in a woman's life?
(a) Music and quiet
(b) Work and play
(c) Knowledge and ignorance
(d) Solitude and communion

Short Answer Questions

1. What strong lure does the author feel when contemplating the oyster shell?

2. For what was the Argonauta named?

3. What does age bring with it, according to the author?

4. What does the Argonauta represent to Anne?

5. How long does it take Anne to slip into a state of ease?

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