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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through On Maintenance.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Nora have imaginary conversations with?
(a) Writers.
(b) Nutritionists.
(c) Actresses.
(d) Chefs.

2. What does Nora Ephron anticipate she will feel like if she gets a purse that is big enough to carry all of her things?
(a) A donkey.
(b) An airport traveler.
(c) A mule.
(d) A pack horse.

3. Why does Nora Ephron get frustrated carrying her purse around?
(a) The purse strains her shoulder.
(b) She ends up loading it up with too many things.
(c) She finds it too heavy.
(d) She can never find anything in it.

4. Who is one of Nora's favorite chefs?
(a) Anthony Bourdain.
(b) Wolfgang Puck.
(c) Julia Child.
(d) Guy Savoy.

5. What is not guaranteed in a difficult recipe?
(a) Proper measurements.
(b) Taste.
(c) Quality ingredients.
(d) Care and craftsmanship.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who inspires Nora Ephron to change her life by helping her find her true personal style in cooking and in home decor?

2. What does Nora want to happen even though she does not like to exercise?

3. According to Nora Ephron, what does every woman want?

4. What does Nora admit to doing to maintain her face?

5. What body part does Nora share how she most deeply feels in the opening of the book?

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