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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Neil less class conscious than Brenda's family?
(a) Neil is secure in his own superiority.
(b) Neil was taught to respect people from the all classes.
(c) Neil's family is politically important.
(d) He is well traveled and exposed to many types of people at his job.

2. What is the rule when Mr. Patimkin invites Neil to play basketball with him and Julie?
(a) Everyone must play hard to win.
(b) When Julie has the ball, Mr. Patimkin is on her team.
(c) Neil must remove his shirt.
(d) Julie must win the game.

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

4. What does Neil think that shows he is infatuated with Brenda?
(a) Neil cannot stop looking at her knees.
(b) Neil thinks she has two wet triangles on the back of her white polo shirt where wings would have been if she had been an angel.
(c) Neil does not notice Brenda's crooked teeth.
(d) Neil thinks she looks like Elizabeth Taylor.

5. What disruption takes place when Ron needs to leave?
(a) A Chrysler and Neil's Plymouth need to be moved so Ron can get his Volkswagen out of the drive.
(b) There comes a brief shower and everyone has to take cover.
(c) Mrs. Patimkin and Carlotta come out with coffee.
(d) Julie and Mr. Patimkin get into an arguement on the tennis court.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the main difference between Neil and Brenda?

2. How is Brenda dressed for dinner?

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

4. While the dinner conversation is going on, what is Brenda doing?

5. How does Ron show off his athletic ability?

(see the answer key)

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