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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. What is one of the things Frank must take care of before leaving on the weekend trip?
(a) Pack a bag
(b) Change the oil in the car
(c) Collect rent
(d) Go to the bank

2. Why does the old woman call the police?
(a) Her cat is in a tree
(b) She heard strange noises
(c) She has fallen and can't get up
(d) She thinks Frank is a burglar

3. What does Phyllis do when she talks to Frank?
(a) She swears at him
(b) She makes an offer on the house
(c) She cries
(d) She hits on him

4. What is Frank donating to the Fourth of July festival?
(a) Tents
(b) Hot dogs and root beer
(c) Raffle prizes
(d) Chairs

5. What is Joe Markham's hobby?
(a) Real estate agent
(b) Potter
(c) Historian
(d) Editor

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Frank Bascombe's profession?

2. Who is the tenant Frank hopes to collect rent from today?

3. What is the statistical point of no return in the real estate business?

4. Who is Clair Devane?

5. Who is the owner of the home Frank is showing to the Markhams?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who are the Markhams?

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

3. Who is Sally Caldwell and how did Frank meet her?

4. Waht was the nature of Frank's relationship with Clair?

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

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

7. What is Frank's "Existence Period?"

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

9. What advice does Frank try to give Joe?

10. How did Frank fill his time during his Existence Period?

(see the answer keys)

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