2. What does Fleur believe she might gain from a confrontation with Mr. Alexander, even though she doesn't want one?
(a) Fleur believes she has a demon inside her that rejoices in seeing people not just as they are, but more and more of how they are.
(b) She believes by confronting him, she can convince him to lower her rent.
(c) Through a confrontation with him, Fleur can upset his superior-acting wife.
(d) Fleur knows a confrontation would upset him, and she might have a good laugh at his discomfiture.

3. What does Solly Mendelsohn do for a living?
(a) He owns a bookstore.
(b) He is a banker.
(c) He is a tailor.
(d) He is a journalist.

4. What is the title of the novel Leslie has begun writing?
(a) Both Ways.
(b) My Double-Edged Life.
(c) One is Never Enough.
(d) Two Ways.

5. Who does Fleur call for advice when she realizes she has no copy of her novel?
(a) Leslie.
(b) Dottie.
(c) Solly.
(d) Lady Edwina.

Short Answer Questions

1. Fleur takes a weekend visit with Wally in his cottage, but is ultimately disappointed. He seems distracted by Warrender Chase, so she begins telling him about her next novel, in the hopes of driving it out. Why, then, is she disappointed?

2. How does Fleur react to Dottie's criticism of the character, Marjorie, in her book?

3. What does Fleur say to Bucks Gilbert before she leaves?

4. How does Fleur react to Dottie's first written piece?

5. How does Dottie describe Leslie's novel?

(see the answer key)

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