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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. The narrator says, "No one could rival Arthur Less for his ability to exit a room while" (37) performing what action?
(a) Leaving everyone in the room laughing.
(b) Remaining inside the room.
(c) Avoiding notice.
(d) Appearing to be coming right back.

2. What color is the theme of the party at which Freddy and Arthur meet for the first time?
(a) Blue.
(b) Red.
(c) White.
(d) Gold.

3. What does Arthur Less do when he gets back to his New York City hotel room after getting the bad news about Cormorant Publishing passing on his newest book?
(a) He eats a late dinner.
(b) He drinks a bottle of wine.
(c) He draws a bath.
(d) He smokes a cigarette.

4. Biologically, how is Freddy related to Carlos?
(a) Freddy is Carlos's great-nephew.
(b) Freddy is Carlos's brother.
(c) Freddy is Carlos's son.
(d) Freddy is Carlos's nephew.

5. What is the name of the science fiction writer's most famous character?
(a) X3000.
(b) George.
(c) Peabody.
(d) Sherman.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Freddy's legal first name?

2. In what country had Arthur Less bought his signature blue suit?

3. What career did Freddy inhabit after he graduated from college?

4. Which country is the last one on Arthur Less's itinerary?

5. For how long is Arthur alone at the golf resort in Italy before the other prize finalists arrive?

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