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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. In what sport had Arthur's one moment of athletic prowess occurred when he was 12 years old?
(a) Baseball.
(b) Basketball.
(c) Soccer.
(d) Lacrosse.

2. What food does the guide in Mexico City name as being at the center of Mexican cuisine?
(a) Beans.
(b) Chilis.
(c) Pork.
(d) Tortillas.

3. Who wins the prize at the award ceremony for which Arthur travels to Italy?
(a) Marian.
(b) Robert.
(c) Finley.
(d) Arthur.

4. With what objects does Arthur always travel that he thinks of as his portable gym?
(a) Bricks.
(b) Jump ropes.
(c) Rubber bands.
(d) Barbells.

5. Who painted the nude portrait of Arthur when he was a young man?
(a) Chelsea Hovorka.
(b) Franklin Woodhouse.
(c) Otto Handler.
(d) Leonard Ross.

Short Answer Questions

1. For whom is the stadium in Parque Mexico named?

2. What was the title of Arthur Less's first novel?

3. With what group of artists and writers was Arthur Less once associated?

4. The narrator says, "No one could rival Arthur Less for his ability to exit a room while" (37) performing what action?

5. Which famous science fiction writer has Arthur Less come to interview in New York City?

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