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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Less Mexican and Less Italian.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With what group of artists and writers was Arthur Less once associated?
(a) The Merry Pranksters.
(b) The Lost Generation.
(c) The Russian River School.
(d) The Beat Generation.

2. Why does the literary escort fail to connect with Arthur Less even though they are both within the hotel lobby?
(a) He has a newspaper in front of his face.
(b) She believes Arthur Less to be a woman.
(c) She has never seen his picture.
(d) He is seated in a hidden alcove.

3. For what occasion has Arthur Less been asked to interview the science fiction writer?
(a) For the science fiction writer's seventieth birthday.
(b) For the release of the science fiction writer's newest book.
(c) For the Pulitzer Prize award ceremony.
(d) For the twenty--fifth anniversary of the publication of the science fiction writer's best-known book.

4. Where did Robert's ring lost at the produce store end up being found?
(a) On the floor of the store.
(b) Among the mushrooms in the bin.
(c) In the produce bag.
(d) In Arthur's pocket.

5. What career did Freddy inhabit after he graduated from college?
(a) Biologist.
(b) Agricultural liaison.
(c) Cultural attache.
(d) High school English teacher.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what city does Arthur Less currently live?

2. What is NOT on the list of expenses that Arthur Less cannot afford to pay for during his trip around the world?

3. While Arthur had assumed that Mexico City would be like Phoenix on a smoggy day, what city does he say it is actually like once he sees it?

4. How many other poets from the Russian River School are still alive besides Robert?

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

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