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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Image of the Buddha Preaching, Song, The Day Lady Died, Poem (3), Poem (4), Naphtha.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What emotional state is O'Hara in during "On Rachmaninoff's Birthday"?
(a) Half-mad.
(b) Bitter.
(c) In love.
(d) Giddy.

2. At the end of "Three Airs," from what structures does O'Hara wish to be free?
(a) Buildings.
(b) Elevators.
(c) Churches.
(d) Bridges.

3. What century does O'Hara mention in "Naphtha"?
(a) 20th.
(b) 21st.
(c) 18th.
(d) 25th.

4. In "Poem (2)," how many time does O'Hara say he's been in love?
(a) Four.
(b) Five.
(c) None.
(d) Two.

5. What do people believe about the city in "Song"?
(a) It is dirty.
(b) It is friendly.
(c) It is clean.
(d) It is violent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to Alma at the end of the poem?

2. Where, in "Three Airs," is O'Hara sitting?

3. What emotion does O'Hara express in "Poem (4)"?

4. Who is the lady in "The Day Lady Died"?

5. In "Poem" how does O'Hara convince the man to sleep with him?

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