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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of these is something White says people come to New York looking for?
(a) Sanctuary.
(b) Religion.
(c) Truth.
(d) A fresh start.

2. What was White unsure of when he re-visited New York?
(a) The way things had changed.
(b) The way he should write about it.
(c) The places he should visit.
(d) The way he felt about the place.

3. What record does White say New York holds?
(a) The highest percentage of diversity.
(b) The highest gap in wealth and poverty.
(c) The highest concentration of people.
(d) The highest crime rate.

4. What about this book is NOT outdated?
(a) The restaurants.
(b) The sites to see.
(c) The train schedules.
(d) The maps.

5. What does White say New York offers that most other cities do not?
(a) A huge gathering of people.
(b) Religion of all sorts.
(c) Activities and events to attend.
(d) World cuisines.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who gives a good description of White?

2. What is White quick to agree on when talking about New York?

3. Why was White's book about the city so different from the reality?

4. What did White want the reader to do as he read this book?

5. What has not slowed down in New York since White's death?

(see the answer key)

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