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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With whom does Frank plan to visit this evening?
(a) Sally
(b) Ava
(c) Clair
(d) Regina

2. How many messages does Frank have when he stops to check?
(a) 12
(b) 17
(c) 10
(d) 8

3. Why are the Markhams in such a low state?
(a) They have lost their jobs
(b) Their marriage is on the rocks
(c) They cannot afford any houses they like
(d) Their stocks have bottomed out

4. What job does Frank take after Ann remarries?
(a) Real estate agent
(b) Marina manager
(c) Stock analyst
(d) Restaurant manager

5. Sally Caldwell's husband returned from the Vietnam War and __________________________.
(a) Went back to college
(b) Changed careers
(c) Re-enlisted in the army
(d) Packed his bags and vanished

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Frank's editorial?

2. What does Phyllis tell Frank that she has not yet told Joe?

3. What does Frank think of as he lies in the motel room?

4. What subject do Frank and Joe discuss unrelated to real estate?

5. What was Frank's former career?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Ann tell Frank about Paul's latest infraction?

2. Describe the setting for the book.

3. What is Joe's state of mind regarding his ability to make decisions properly right now?

4. What is Frank's philosophy for buying rental properties?

5. How did Frank help Karl out of his problem at the restaurant?

6. Why does Frank offer up one of his rental properties to the Markhams?

7. What are the circumstances of Karl's ownership of the roadside restaurant?

8. What physical problems has Paul been experiencing during this troubled time?

9. What impact does Frank think falling property values have on a town?

10. What efforts have been made on Paul's behalf to help him get through this difficult period?

(see the answer keys)

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