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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Page 1-29.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does White say is an important thing that comes along with one of the gifts New York offers to all men?
(a) Elevation.
(b) Participation.
(c) Compromise.
(d) Motivation.

2. What kind of changes must the reader make as he reads this article?
(a) Geographical changes.
(b) Mental changes.
(c) Spiritual changes.
(d) Literary Changes.

3. What about New York does White say will always remain elusive?
(a) Its true meaning.
(b) Its influence.
(c) Its effect.
(d) Its personality.

4. How do we see how White felt about "The Wizard of Oz"?
(a) He puts in a few lines from the movie.
(b) He describes a poster for the movie.
(c) He talks about his excitement to meet one of the stars.
(d) He talks about red slippers taking him home to New York.

5. What is White quick to agree on when talking about New York?
(a) It is an iconic city.
(b) There are parts he doesn't approve of.
(c) It is the best place to live.
(d) It is not for everyone.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do we know White cared for New York?

2. What was the occupation of the man who wrote the introduction to this book?

3. What does the E in E.B. White stand for?

4. How does the person giving a description of White feel about him?

5. What kind of publication was the first to print this book?

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