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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What shows Brenda's independence at the Country Club pool?
(a) She dresses like the other society snobs.
(b) She is dressed in a simple tank suit as opposed to the high heels and jewelry on other women.
(c) She sits in Neil's lap by the pool.
(d) She dominates the diving board.

2. Who is playing tennis with Brenda when Neill walks up?
(a) Brenda is playing with her brother, Ron.
(b) He finds her playing with her tennis coach.
(c) He finds Brenda playing against Laura Simpson Stolowitch.
(d) Brenda is playing with her father.

3. How is Brenda a bit ambivalent about Neill's coming to her house?
(a) She yawns but agrees he can come.
(b) She hesitates but finally says he can come.
(c) She says she doesn't have much time but he can come for fifteen minutes.
(d) She says that she is playing tennis tonight and will be sweaty afterwards, but he can come.

4. What is a typical dinner at Aunt Gladys' house?
(a) Kosher chicken, tossed salad, and dessert.
(b) Pot roast, gravy, boiled potatoes, peas and carrots, and rye bread.
(c) Matzos soup, leg of lamb, and mixed vegetables.
(d) Bagels, cream cheese, and lox.

5. How does Neil evaluate Mr. Patimkin's intelligence?
(a) He is just average.
(b) He is just a shade above stupid.
(c) He is a near genius.
(d) He is not too smart.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Neil's impression of Brenda as she plays tennis?

2. How is Brenda dressed for dinner?

3. How do Neil and Brenda meet?

4. When Neill finally stops at Brenda's house, where does he find her?

5. How does Ron show off his athletic ability?

(see the answer key)

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