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

2. What causes Marian to be unable to attend the festival in Mexico City where she had been scheduled to appear with Arthur?
(a) Robert has a stroke.
(b) She breaks her hip.
(c) She gets the flu.
(d) Her plane is delayed.

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

4. What is Freddy's legal first name?
(a) Frederich.
(b) Frederick.
(c) Freddy.
(d) Federico.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What topic is NOT on the list of questions Arthur Less is forbidden to ask the science fiction writer during the interview?

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

4. In what city does Arthur Less currently live?

5. In what sport had Arthur's one moment of athletic prowess occurred when he was 12 years old?

(see the answer key)

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