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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Personal Poem, Adieu to Norman, Bon Jour to Joan and Jean-Paul, Rhapsody, Hotel Particulier.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does O'Hara thank in "Naphtha" for making buildings?
(a) The Iroquois.
(b) Contractors.
(c) The Mohawks.
(d) God.

2. In "Naphtha," whom does O'Hara thank for his vibrant imagery?
(a) Basquiat.
(b) Rembrant.
(c) Jean Dubuffet.
(d) Annie Lebowitz.

3. Who is the lady in "The Day Lady Died"?
(a) Aretha Franklin.
(b) Karen Carpenter.
(c) Daisy May.
(d) Billie Holiday.

4. What cultural event does O'Hara attend in "Poem (4)"?
(a) A movie.
(b) A concert.
(c) A book signing.
(d) An art gallery.

5. How late, in "Poem (4)," does O'Hara stay up?
(a) All night.
(b) 1 a.m.
(c) 10 p.m.
(d) All day.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Alma's profession?

2. What happens when Alma moves to Detroit?

3. What emotional state is O'Hara in during "On Rachmaninoff's Birthday"?

4. In what city does "Hotel Particulier" take place?

5. Whom is O'Hara supposed to have dinner with in "The Day Lady Died"?

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