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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Considering the Alternative.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Nora offer the reader as she dispenses her advice and wisdom?
(a) Answers.
(b) Clarity.
(c) An escape.
(d) Comfort.

2. Why does it seem pointless to answer honestly if a friend says you look great?
(a) You already know you look great.
(b) Your friend is lying to you.
(c) Your friend wants to look better than you.
(d) You won't believe it anyway.

3. What kind of laws change as Nora is living in her new apartment?
(a) Air conditioning laws.
(b) Building code laws.
(c) Laws on pets.
(d) Rent stabilization.

4. What does Nora say the struggle to read as you get older causes the need for?
(a) Bigger font.
(b) Contacts.
(c) Glasses.
(d) A magnifying glass.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the woman who admits to having an affair with JFK?

2. What kind of approach does Nora take when giving advice?

3. What does each stage of parenting bring?

4. What age does Nora Ephron appear to be when she tells her anecdotes and stories?

5. What leads to Nora's personal story of being an intern at the White House while JFK was President?

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