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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1, Tell Me What You Are Thinking About, He Said.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did the author write this book?
(a) To help her daughter learn about sexuality.
(b) To explain to men about women's fantasies.
(c) To argue against the anti-feminist movement.
(d) To see if her fantasies were normal.

2. After her lover's reaction to hearing her fantasy, what does Nancy Friday begin to question?
(a) Whether her fantasies are normal.
(b) Whether men have fantasies.
(c) Whether other men would have the same reaction.
(d) Whether she should not fantasize.

3. How did Nancy Friday's lover react to hearing about her fantasy of having sex during a sporting event?
(a) He became more passionate.
(b) He told her she was disgusting.
(c) He went home.
(d) He shared a similar fantasy.

4. Which of the following sets the tone for the novel?
(a) The author shares her own experiences.
(b) The author uses words that the reader can't understand yet.
(c) The author asks rhetorical questions.
(d) The author lets the reader wonder about her own fantasies.

5. What does Nancy Friday believe is an important part of lovemaking?
(a) Surprise.
(b) Angst.
(c) Humor.
(d) Pain.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Nancy Friday began questioning women about fantasies, what was the initial consensus?

2. According to the author, who gave her inhibitions about fantasies?

3. Who does the author say influenced her the most to put ads in publications?

4. How did the author react to the number of responses she obtained?

5. Who disagreed with Friday that a fantasy should be included in her novel?

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