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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Nora Ephron believe that her new bag will never go out of style?
(a) Because it is a timeless piece.
(b) Because it was never in style.
(c) Because Grace Kelly had a bag like her.
(d) Because she has seen it advertised in fashion magazines.

2. What maintenance requirement does Nora question?
(a) Getting a manicure.
(b) Getting a pedicure.
(c) Getting a facial.
(d) Getting a massage.

3. What do the contents of Nora's purse most resemble?
(a) Mary Poppin's bottomless carpet bag.
(b) A bag lady's bag.
(c) Grace Kelly's Hermes bag.
(d) A grocery gag.

4. What profession is Nora Ephron a critically acclaimed success?
(a) Actor.
(b) Director.
(c) Chef.
(d) Teacher.

5. What kind of maintenance overwhelms Nora?
(a) Skin maintenance.
(b) Fashion maintenance.
(c) Body maintenance.
(d) Hair maintenance.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does it seem pointless to answer honestly if a friend says you look great?

2. What does Nora claim that the obsession with maintenance of physical appearance is trying to ultimately do?

3. What has every woman tried to do with her purse?

4. What subject does Nora Ephron provide humorous insight into?

5. What is a cook's style very similar to?

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