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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book One: Chapter 3, why does Lucy feel dislocated in Maine?
(a) The loss of David feels more intense in a new place.
(b) David had never been to Maine before.
(c) She struggles with grief and loneliness in Maine.
(d) The loss of David feels more intense in a new place.

2. In Book One: Chapter 4, what is the weather like most of the time?
(a) Sunny and warm.
(b) Windy and stormy.
(c) Cold and brown.
(d) Rainy and gray.

3. In Book One: Chapter 1, what does the doctor advise Lucy and William to do after going grocery shopping?
(a) Wash their hands.
(b) Take a shower.
(c) Wear masks.
(d) Wash their clothes.

4. In Book One: Chapter 2, what is Lucy's experience with food growing up?
(a) She enjoyes cooking.
(b) She has access to gourmet dishes.
(c) Her family has a variety of meals.
(d) She has limited options and lacks seasonings.

5. In Book One: Chapter 2, how does Lucy feel about the world in New York during the pandemic?
(a) She finds it beautiful and vibrant despite the hardships.
(b) She has no strong feelings about the situation in New York.
(c) She believes that the pandemic has made the world a better place.
(d) She feels it is unfair that people are dying while the city remains beautiful.

6. In Book One: Chapter 1, who does Lucy miss the most after returning from Grand Cayman?
(a) William.
(b) David.
(c) Her daughters.
(d) Her mother.

7. In Book One: Chapter 5, how does Becka look different when Lucy sees her?
(a) She seems younger and has gained weight.
(b) She has dyed her hair red and lost weight.
(c) Her hair is longer and curly; she has lost weight; and she seems older.
(d) She is wrinkly in the face and seems sadder.

8. In Book One: Chapter 5, what does William have removed due to cancer?
(a) His kidney.
(b) His lung.
(c) His prostate.
(d) His appendix.

9. In Book One: Chapter 3, what decision does William mention regarding his career?
(a) He is uncertain about his future plans.
(b) He wants to change careers.
(c) He plans to retire soon.
(d) He will continue working remotely.

10. In Book One: Chapter 1, what worries Lucy about the ambulance workers and hospital staff?
(a) Lack of protective gear.
(b) Emotional stress.
(c) Inadequate pay.
(d) Long working hours.

11. In Book One: Chapter 4, how does William react when Lucy tells him about the woman who yelled at her?
(a) He scolds her for attracting attention.
(b) He comforts and reassures her.
(c) He laughs and finds it amusing.
(d) He ignores her and says nothing.

12. In Book One: Chapter 4, why does Lucy stay in the car while William goes to the grocery store?
(a) She does not like grocery shopping.
(b) She wants to observe people in the parking lot.
(c) She is too tired to go inside.
(d) She does not want to put them both at risk.

13. In Book One: Chapter 2, what is David's profession before the pandemic?
(a) Cellist with the Philharmonic.
(b) Lawyer.
(c) Chef.
(d) Artist.

14. In Book One: Chapter 1, how does Becka describe the situation outside her apartment building?
(a) Streets filled with flowers.
(b) Refrigerator trucks filled with food.
(c) Ambulances rushing by.
(d) People gathering for protests.

15. In Book One: Chapter 5, where do William and Lucy stop and eat sandwiches on the way?
(a) A rest area.
(b) A restaurant.
(c) A park.
(d) A gas station.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book One: Chapter 2, how does Lucy feel about the meals William cooks for her?

2. In Book One: Chapter 5, what time do William and Lucy leave for their trip?

3. In Book One: Chapter 2, what does Lucy discover about the taste of food in college?

4. In Book One: Chapter 5, where are William and Lucy driving to?

5. In Book One: Chapter 2, how does Lucy feel about her sister and niece working in a nursing home?

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