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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Last Words" Part II, "Everywoman.com" .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Telling Stories," what does Didion say the writer of a short story needs to have that the writer of a novel does not?
(a) A robust character.
(b) Time to write.
(c) A structured outline.
(d) A clear idea of what her intentions are.

2. What tennis player's behavior did Richardson say was "glorious" accordion to Didion in "Long Distance Runner"?
(a) Andre Agassi.
(b) John McEnroe.
(c) Serena Williams.
(d) Arthur Ashe.

3. "Everywoman.com" cites a 1996 interview in which Martha admits to having sacrificed what for her work?
(a) Her mental health.
(b) Her family.
(c) Her dignity.
(d) Her honor.

4. In "Pretty Nancy," Didion describes Nancy has having a smile of someone who did what?
(a) Grew up in comfort.
(b) Married a politician.
(c) Grew up poor.
(d) Said something funny.

5. Who do the San Simeon tour guides in "A Trip to Xanadu" tell the group still stays in the 21 room guest house?
(a) Hearst.
(b) Hearst's daughters.
(c) The servants.
(d) Hearst's sons.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Hemingway shoot himself in 1961?

2. Which friend of Hemingway and his wife does Didion mention at the start of "Last Words"?

3. In what city in California does the meeting in "Getting Serenity" take place?

4. In "Telling Stories," what does Didion say compelled her to try writing short stories again after 10 years?

5. What is the name of the male character in A Book of Common Prayer which Didion discusses in "Why I Write"?

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