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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do Neil and Brenda meet?
(a) He helps her find a book at the Newark Public Library.
(b) She asks him to hold her glasses while she dives into the pool at the Green Lane Country Club.
(c) He meets her at a political rally in Newark.
(d) They meet at a debutante ball where Neil is playing in the band.

2. When does Neil call Brenda for the second time?
(a) The next day.
(b) Just before midnight.
(c) When Uncle Max gets home from work.
(d) After the ten o'clock news.

3. What is the main topic of conversation when the family does speak?
(a) Sports.
(b) Money.
(c) Social engagements.
(d) Politics.

4. What antic does Neil perform at the pool?
(a) He hides Brenda's glasses.
(b) He does handstands on the diving board.
(c) He swims thirty laps without stopping.
(d) Neil dives in and surfaces like a dolphin beside Brenda, sliding her legs on his.

5. While the dinner conversation is going on, what is Brenda doing?
(a) Neil feels Brenda's fingers tease his calf.
(b) Brenda is talking on the phone.
(c) Brenda is drumming her nails on the table.
(d) Brenda is eating a second dessert.

Short Answer Questions

1. What comment does Neil make to Brenda about her mother.

2. What is the irony of the Patimkins' snobbery at Neil's living in Newark?

3. Who arrives at the pool and meets Neil?

4. What Characteristic of Mrs. Patimkin gives evidence of her more humble beginnings?

5. What invitation does Brenda extend to Neil?

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