1. What does the head librarian tell Neil just before he leaves on vacation?
(a) He tells Neil that he is aiming too high and will get hurt.
(b) He tells Neil that he must get Patimkin to make a donation to the library.
(c) The head librarian tells Neil that after his vacation he will become reference librarian and receive a small raise.
(d) He says that if Neil goes now he will not have a job when he returns.

2. How has Mrs. Patimkin reinvented herself?
(a) Her identity is derived directly from her husband's wealth and upwards mobility and from being Brenda's mother.
(b) She has never forgotten her humble beginnings and remains simple and kind.
(c) She has gone from former debutante to simple housewife.
(d) Her identity is based on her children's education.

3. What shows that Neill is not a part of Brenda's social set?
(a) He asks her how he should dress.
(b) He asks if she would like to go to McDonald's.
(c) He says he will be driving a Plymouth.
(d) He says they can go out Dutch treat.

4. Why does Aunt Gladys want Neil to leave the Patimkin's telephone number?
(a) She can't really believe that Jewish families live in Short Hills.
(b) She is afraid she will get sick and have to go to the hospital.
(c) She wants Neil to remember where he comes from.
(d) She wants to keep tabs on Neil.

5. What indicates that Brenda does not particularly like Harriet?
(a) Brenda makes a face when she mentions Harriet's name.
(b) Brenda does not go to the airport to greet her.
(c) Brenda says her mother likes Harriet more than she does her.
(d) Brenda calls her goody-goody Harriet.