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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Noel's epiphany at the Seder lead him to do?
(a) Cut off his hair.
(b) Propose to Marjorie.
(c) Study Judaism.
(d) Join a religious club.

2. Due to her successful production in Chapter 21, what does Marjorie have the possibility of doing?
(a) A silent film.
(b) A Broadway show.
(c) A radio show.
(d) A headlining tour.

3. What does Marjorie say about Noel to try to talk him up in Chapter 28?
(a) She mentions his past successes on Broadway.
(b) She talks about his passion for the arts.
(c) She praises his musical ability.
(d) She lists a number of shows he has written.

4. What is Imogene trying to find work as in Chapter 28?
(a) A model.
(b) An actress.
(c) A dancer.
(d) A singer.

5. Where does Noel secure a job in Chapter 23?
(a) Paramount Pictures.
(b) On Broadway.
(c) An advertising agency.
(d) Vanity Fair.

6. According to Marjorie, why did Noel go to Europe?
(a) To experience the different faiths and cultures of the world.
(b) To explore his motherland.
(c) As a last attempt to avoid respectability.
(d) To get away from his parent's overbearing values.

7. What are the good aspects of Noel's new job in Part 4?
(a) It is a very collaborative environment.
(b) It comes with a handsome salary and the promise of advancement.
(c) His co-workers are very creative and he gets along with them well.
(d) The hours are very relaxed.

8. Where is Noel going to study in Chapter 38?
(a) Princeton.
(b) Cambridge.
(c) Harvard, specifically Harvard Law School.
(d) The Sorbonne and perhaps Oxford.

9. At what age does Marjorie lose her virginity?
(a) Twenty.
(b) Twenty-two.
(c) Twenty-one.
(d) Eighteen.

10. Why does Flamm offer Marjorie the role?
(a) He is looking for some inexpensive novices.
(b) He is looking for financial backers, like her father.
(c) He thinks she is perfect for the role.
(d) He is in love with her.

11. Where does Noel invite Marjorie in Chapter 22?
(a) In a music shop.
(b) The Ritz-Carleton.
(c) Empire State Building.
(d) Central Park.

12. Who does Marjorie meet at the El Dorado in Chapter 34?
(a) Marvin Spitzer.
(b) Mark Strauss.
(c) Merton Segal.
(d) Milton Schwartz.

13. What does Noel blame Marjorie for in Chapter 38?
(a) His loneliness and frustration.
(b) His lack of direction.
(c) His current state of desolation and failure.
(d) His current financial situation.

14. What does Marjorie notice about Marsha's appearance at her graduation?
(a) Marsha is bigger.
(b) Marsha is weak.
(c) Marsha is sunburned.
(d) Marsha is thinner.

15. Why does Marjorie telephone the director in Chapter 37?
(a) To inform him that she will be late for rehearsal.
(b) To recommend a new talent.
(c) To ask for directions to the rehearsal venue.
(d) To quit the production.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Noel travel to in Chapter 31?

2. How is the state of Noel's workplace in Chapter 28?

3. How many weeks does it take Noel to become disenchanted with his job in Part 4?

4. According to Noel, who is he bunking with in Chapter 28?

5. Who calls Marjorie looking for Noel in Chapter 28?

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