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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through In the Basement.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Roddy ask for at the end of "The Rest of It"?
(a) For a meeting with Mike's cousin.
(b) For a second chance with his ex-wife.
(c) For a raise at work.
(d) For a vacation alone.

2. In "In the Basement," what does the narrator say he heard about Maria and Nicholas' prior breakup?
(a) That Nicholas stole jewelry from Maria.
(b) That Nicholas cheated on Maria.
(c) That Maria stole money from Nicholas.
(d) That Maria's parents made them break up.

3. How does Roddy know about Mike's cousin before Mike tells him in "The Rest of It"?
(a) Because of something he read in the paper.
(b) He doesn't know about the cousin.
(c) Because he met with the cousin.
(d) Because he overheard Mike on the phone.

4. In "In the Basement," how does Nicholas describe the tone of Lisa's wedding?
(a) Sad.
(b) Pleasant.
(c) Uncomfortable.
(d) Hilarious.

5. How old is Marnie Kastopolis' son, Zach?
(a) College aged.
(b) Late 20s.
(c) High school aged.
(d) Middle school aged.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Roddy excited to help Mike write a book about his life in "The Rest of It"?

2. In "The Rest of It," what does Mike tell Roddy he saw on the rich woman's island?

3. Why does David like waiting for his final interview with Ms. Samuel?

4. What does David Applelow suggest Zach do while they are out to eat in "Futures"?

5. In "In the Basement," how does Maria know Lisa?

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