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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Less At Last.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What object is given to Arthur at the prize ceremony in Italy?
(a) A book of poetry.
(b) A trip to New York City.
(c) A watch.
(d) A golden statuette.

3. During their first meeting on the beach, what does Marian advise Arthur to do with his youth?
(a) Waste it.
(b) Regret it.
(c) Bury it.
(d) Embrace it.

4. Upon seeing Lewis again, Arthur describes him as being as what "as ever"? (163)
(a) Funny.
(b) Joyous.
(c) Gloomy.
(d) Excited.

5. When Arthur goes to dinner with Hans and Hans's friends, he blurts out, "You boys don't know anything about" (106) what?
(a) Death.
(b) Misery.
(c) Boredom.
(d) Poetry.

Short Answer Questions

1. Besides Arthur, who else celebrates a birthday during the group's journey across Morocco?

2. Why does the literary escort fail to connect with Arthur Less even though they are both within the hotel lobby?

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

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

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

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