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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Less German and Less French.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What incorrect term does Arthur use to refer to himself during his introduction to his university students?
(a) Colonel.
(b) Instructor.
(c) Professor.
(d) Docent.

2. What was the title of Arthur Less's first novel?
(a) Dark Matter.
(b) Cormorant Breach.
(c) The Counterglow.
(d) Kalipso.

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

4. What language does Arthur mention to his literary escort that he had studied in high school, referring to his choice as a big mistake?
(a) German.
(b) Spanish.
(c) Latin.
(d) French.

5. Arthur's high school German teacher said that "the key to speaking a new language is to be" what "instead of perfect"? (101)
(a) Slow.
(b) Bold.
(c) Humble.
(d) Fearless.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. On what holiday in 1987 did Arthur Less meet his one-time rival Carlos?

3. The narrator describes the octopuses at the market as being "coiled into" (55) what objects?

4. How long had Arthur and Robert known one another before they went on a road trip to Mexico together?

5. In the front hallway of Arthur's hotel in Mexico, there is an enormous portrait of which artist?

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