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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1, Part 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which king is compared to writers in "The Writer on Holiday"?
(a) Richard II.
(b) Henry IV.
(c) Louis XIV.
(d) Edward III.

2. What meal does the author compare a writer's liking to in "The Writer on Holiday"?
(a) "Any red wine with the reddest of meats."
(b) "Harsh whiskey and crabs legs."
(c) "Dry white wine and underdone steak."
(d) "Robust ale with spicy fra diavolo."

3. Who is "the holiday" a product for?
(a) All people.
(b) Non-royals.
(c) The bourgeoisie class.
(d) Blue collar workers.

4. What does the author suggest is saintly about the Abbe Pierre?
(a) The beard.
(b) The haircut.
(c) The work.
(d) The clothing.

5. Who does the author compare wrestlers to in the final paragraph of "The World of Wrestling"?
(a) Angels.
(b) Monsters.
(c) Gods.
(d) Demons.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the author describe bleach products in "Soap Powders and Detergents"?

2. According to the author, French toys always mean what?

3. What is the second sign in "The Romans in Films"?

4. What is Garbo's makeup compared to in "The Face of Garbo"?

5. Where was this meeting on soaps mentioned in "Soap Powders and Detergents"?

(see the answer key)

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