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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With whom has Milton been having an affair for many years?
(a) Dorothy Barton.
(b) Dolly Bonner.
(c) Doris Bowman.
(d) Deborah Brackman.

2. Who is the protagonist of the story?
(a) Milton.
(b) Barclay.
(c) Arnie.
(d) Maude.

3. What did Milton learn to do in college?
(a) Study.
(b) Shoot heroin.
(c) Drive.
(d) Drink heavily.

4. What item is mentioned in the letter to Milton?
(a) Typewriter.
(b) Hair brush.
(c) Car.
(d) Alarm clock.

5. In what year does the novel open?
(a) 1945.
(b) 1932.
(c) 1966.
(d) 1954.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Milton's nickname in college?

2. What is Milton Loftis' wife's name?

3. As the novel opens, the narrator describes a train trip from __________________ to Port Warwick.

4. What distinguishing characteristic has Milton had since childhood?

5. What is the tone of Helen's memories?

(see the answer key)

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