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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. Before Arthur's visit to Italy for the prize ceremony, how many times had he previously been to Italy?
(a) Thrice.
(b) Never.
(c) Twice.
(d) Once.

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

3. 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.

4. For how many years did the relationship between Arthur Less and Freddy last?
(a) 6.
(b) 9.
(c) 5.
(d) 11.

5. What is the title of Arthur Less's newest book that he has just submitted to a publisher before the opening of the novel?
(a) Swift.
(b) Quick.
(c) Rapids.
(d) Haste.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Freddy's legal first name?

2. The one step on Arthur's itinerary that qualifies as an act of self-indulgence is his sojourn across what country?

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

4. What is the name of the science fiction writer's most famous character?

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

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