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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Less German and Less French.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what area of New York City had Arthur Less lived for a time after college?
(a) The Meatpacking District.
(b) The West Village.
(c) Long Island.
(d) Manhattan.

2. On what holiday in 1987 did Arthur Less meet his one-time rival Carlos?
(a) Halloween.
(b) New Year's Day.
(c) Memorial Day.
(d) Labor Day.

3. For how long was Arthur romantically involved with the professor, Howard?
(a) 3 months.
(b) 9 years.
(c) 6 months.
(d) 3 years.

4. What is the name of the local writer who acts as Arthur's escort during his time in Mexico?
(a) Arturo.
(b) Armando.
(c) Roberto.
(d) Juan.

5. How often do Robert and Arthur still speak?
(a) Once a week.
(b) Once a month.
(c) Once a day.
(d) Once a season.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what desert does Arthur Less plan to turn 50 years old?

2. What causes Marian to be unable to attend the festival in Mexico City where she had been scheduled to appear with Arthur?

3. What reason is given for Arthur's lack of a watch in the novel's opening scene?

4. To his surprise, the reading at which Arthur performs in Germany is held inside what type of establishment?

5. What is the name of Arthur's hotel in Mexico?

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