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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How far along was Nora in her pregnancy when she learns that her second husband is in love with another woman?
(a) Seven months.
(b) Six months.
(c) Nine months.
(d) Three months.

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

3. What does Nora now have on her face because of menopause?
(a) Moles.
(b) Deep wrinkles.
(c) A mustache.
(d) Rosacea.

4. What does Nora question in regarding to her time with Bill?
(a) Her value to Bill.
(b) What love even is.
(c) Her self-worth.
(d) What friendship is.

5. What kinds of books is Nora most interested in?
(a) History books.
(b) Art books.
(c) Cookbooks.
(d) Fictional book.

Short Answer Questions

1. What political issue does Nora wish Bill would speak out against?

2. What subject matter does Nora Ephron refuse to discuss in her book?

3. What does Nora believe Bill did as a result of his affair with Monica?

4. What does Nora Ephron not like about her purse?

5. According to Nora Ephron, what kind of advice helps you as a parent through the adolescent years?

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