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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 185-265.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Vanessa describe her relationship with Strane on page 192?
(a) As an amusing anecdote.
(b) As a part of her past.
(c) As an eternal flame.
(d) As a rite of passage.

2. According to Strane on page 140, what exists inside of both him and Vanessa?
(a) Dark things.
(b) Frightening things.
(c) Terrible things.
(d) Cold things.

3. According to Vanessa on page 263, what was Strane’s misfortune?
(a) His dark addictions.
(b) HIs love of Nabokov.
(c) Falling in love with her.
(d) His blind faith.

4. Who testifies against Vanessa on page 173?
(a) Taylor.
(b) Jenny.
(c) Mrs. Thompson.
(d) Jesse.

5. What is Vanessa’s job as the novel opens?
(a) Maid.
(b) Secretary.
(c) Clerk.
(d) Concierge.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the site of Strane’s death, as revealed on page 198?

2. What does Vanessa tell her mother about her boyfriend on page 135?

3. How old was Vanessa when she met Strane, as on page 5?

4. According to Vanessa on page 246, what did Strane steal from her?

5. What enthralls Strane when he visits Vanessa at home on page 154?

(see the answer key)

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