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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13-21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With the silence broken in Chapter 13, Ben expresses concern about what?
(a) The appearance of his wife.
(b) The state of his room.
(c) The whereabouts of his car.
(d) The state of his marriage.

2. As Masha addresses the guests for the first time, Frances envisions herself writing what?
(a) A thriller or mystery set in a health resort.
(b) A coming-of-age novel set in a health resort.
(c) A romance set in a health resort.
(d) A play set in a health resort.

3. What is the name of Yao's paramedic supervisor?
(a) Frank.
(b) Felix.
(c) Finn.
(d) Flynn.

4. What is scheduled to occur during the first five days of the retreat?
(a) A period of fasting.
(b) A period of silence.
(c) A period of reflection.
(d) A period of solitude.

5. How did the negative review describe Frances's work?
(a) As misanthropic pulp fiction.
(b) As bigoted drivel.
(c) As misogynistic airport trash.
(d) As sexist children's crap.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the term Masha uses to describe the transformative therapy intended for the guests?

2. As she drives to Tranquillum House, Frances begins experiencing pain where?

3. Who is Paul Drabble?

4. As she drives to Tranquillum House, Frances notes that her pain began when who disappeared?

5. What inspired Tony to attend the retreat?

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