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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 8, Through p. 236.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do Renata and Charlie first meet?
(a) They meet on-line.
(b) They are on jury duty together.
(c) They are on a blind date.
(d) They meet in re-hab.

2. How does Humboldt diagnose himself as a manic depressive?
(a) He reads Freud and psychiatric journals.
(b) A psychiatrist encourages him.
(c) He undergoes hypnosis.
(d) A fortune-teller informs him of this.

3. How is Denise's attitude changed when she leaves the judge's chambers?
(a) She is very solicitous.
(b) She wants the chidren to never see Charlie again.
(c) She is crying.
(d) She demands more money.

4. When Humboldt attacks Magnasco on the streets of New York, who saves the young fellow's life?
(a) A group of lesbians dressed like longshoremen.
(b) Charlie Citrine.
(c) A nearby police officer.
(d) The staff of Howard Johnson's.

5. What is the Senora's chief claim to fame founded upon?
(a) Motherhood.
(b) Hairstyling.
(c) Cooking.
(d) Artistry.

Short Answer Questions

1. In which decade did Von Humboldt Fleisher publish his book of ballads?

2. Who gave Charlie an embroidered needlepoint cushion when he and Renata had a falling out?

3. Why does Cantabile stay behind in the bathroom after speaking with Charlie?

4. What adjective does Judge Urbanovich use to refer to Charlie in his chambers?

5. What is Charlie's only real asset?

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