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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 21-26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where had Annie last seen Sofie Kahn's name approximately 35 years earlier?
(a) In an advertisement for an orchestra concert.
(b) On a Broadway billboard.
(c) In a New York Times review.
(d) On television.

2. What reminder does Annie have of Sarah, as a toddler, hitting her with a heavy toy?
(a) Regular headaches.
(b) A white scar on her forehead.
(c) A crooked finger.
(d) A broken blood vessel on her arm.

3. How has Frieda been permanently cut off from her son, based on what is said in Chapter 22?
(a) Her anger towards Graham.
(b) Her unreachable sorrow that seems to be a part of who she is.
(c) Her friendship with Annie has been uncomfortable for Lucas.
(d) She lives too far away for them to stay well-connected.

4. What was a point of reference in the Kahn home, as it was not in Annie's home?
(a) The war.
(b) Politics.
(c) Chicago.
(d) The university.

5. How does Annie react to the plastic bag that contains Graham's ashes?
(a) She is angry.
(b) She cries.
(c) She is shocked into silence.
(d) She almost laughs out loud.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 22, what does Jeanne think about the relationship between Annie and Frieda?

2. Why is the book reading not cancelled?

3. How does Annie know Sofie?

4. What does Annie think of Sarah's steady, maternal behavior?

5. At the memorial for Graham, who does Frieda toast?

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