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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: Dublin.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Joyce wrote a review of a play written by _________________ and received a complimentary letter from the playwright himself.
(a) Wilde.
(b) Keats.
(c) Yeats.
(d) Ibsen.

2. Joyce always had a talent for __________________.
(a) Writing.
(b) Painting.
(c) Singing.
(d) Playing the violin.

3. Who was Joyce's governess?
(a) Mrs. Heiby.
(b) Mrs. Collins.
(c) Mrs. Dante.
(d) Mrs. O'Hara.

4. Joyce briefly considered a career in _______________.
(a) Religion.
(b) Philosophy.
(c) Theater.
(d) Music.

5. Which of the following was NOT one of Joyce's activities in 1904?
(a) Writing.
(b) Sculpting.
(c) Sleeping.
(d) Partying.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was Joyce's mother?

2. What was the cause of the death of Joyce's brother?

3. What was the name of the newspaper Joyce wanted to start?

4. Where did Joyce go to further his studies?

5. Where did Joyce go to college?

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