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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through pages 145-213.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Of what was Nin unsure in March in regards to Miller?
(a) She doubted his ability to love her and Mansfield.
(b) She doubted his feedback on her work.
(c) She was afraid of his temper.
(d) She believed she loves him.

2. What did Miller begin to consider in July, despite Nin's insistence that he not?
(a) Pursuing another woman.
(b) Leaving Mansfield.
(c) Giving up writing.
(d) Moving to New York.

3. Why did Allendy tell Nin she should put on some weight?
(a) She would feel more feminine.
(b) She would divert male attention.
(c) She was too thin.
(d) She was in danger of becoming anorexic.

4. Nin found herself torn between ______ and Mansfield for romantic affection in March.
(a) Eduardo.
(b) Jean.
(c) Miller.
(d) Hugo.

5. According to Allendy, why did Nin always seek out older men for relationships?
(a) She hoped older men would fund her lifestyle.
(b) She finds younger men too threatening.
(c) She was trying to gain her father's love.
(d) She was hoping to outlive them.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Eduardo's relationship to Nin?

2. With what did Nin paper her walls in February while she was in Louveciennes?

3. By May of 1932, what new situation in his life made Miller acutely uncomfortable?

4. Why did Miller become angry with Nin during his first attempt at seducing her?

5. Where did Eduardo and Nin have their first conversation of the book?

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