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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the narrator want to know more about Lisa in "In the Basement"?
(a) Because he answers the phone when she calls.
(b) He doesn't want to know about Lisa.
(c) Because he remembers her from college.
(d) Because he sees her picture.

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. What does Roddy do over the weekend in "The Rest of It"?
(a) Tries to work.
(b) Visits a new restaurant.
(c) Sleeps a lot.
(d) Travels.

4. Why does David Applelow let Zach spend the night in his apartment?
(a) To help Marnie.
(b) To make money.
(c) To have company.
(d) To avoid a fight.

5. In "In the Basement," where does Lisa live?
(a) California.
(b) Texas.
(c) New York.
(d) Florida.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who leaves Roddy a note on his office door in "The Rest of It"?

2. In "In the Basement," how many children does Lisa have?

3. In "The Rest of It," what does Roddy do instead of visiting the lit star?

4. Why does Roddy visit a club in "The Rest of It"?

5. What does Zach do after leaving the Greek restaurant in "Futures"?

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