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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what decade of life had Arthur Less been when his work was first published?
(a) His twenties.
(b) His forties.
(c) His teens.
(d) His thirties.

2. When Freddy and Arthur are sitting in the bar and are describing one another using one sentence, Freddy describes Arthur using what adjective?
(a) Angry.
(b) Brave.
(c) Passive-aggressive.
(d) Scared.

3. 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) Rapids.
(b) Quick.
(c) Haste.
(d) Swift.

4. What is the name of Arthur's hotel in Mexico?
(a) The Cherry Tree.
(b) El Zapateria.
(c) The Monkey House.
(d) The Eternal Flame.

5. 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) Latin.
(b) French.
(c) German.
(d) Spanish.

Short Answer Questions

1. What causes Marian to be unable to attend the festival in Mexico City where she had been scheduled to appear with Arthur?

2. For how many years did the relationship between Arthur Less and Freddy last?

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

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

5. What reason does the festival organizer give for why he never attends the panels he puts together?

Short Essay Questions

1. What other two prize ceremonies are called to Arthur's mind at the awards ceremony in Italy?

2. What is the significance of Arthur's habit of not wearing a watch?

3. What does Arthur hope will happen as a result of leaving America?

4. How do Arthur and Robert meet?

5. How does Arthur feel after his relationship with Robert ends?

6. For what purpose has Arthur come to New York City and what is its end result?

7. For what purpose does Arthur accept all of the literary invitations he has received?

8. What is ironic about Marian's last words to Arthur before he dives into the ocean during their first meeting?

9. What are the reasons for Arthur's exhaustion the first morning he wakes up in Mexico?

10. What is Arthur's reaction to Carlos's suggestion that he needs to "get an edge" (6) in order to decrease his level of vulnerability?

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