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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Two.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What had NOT been on the list of Edward and Florence's fears in regard to their parents' behavior at the wedding?
(a) They had feared that Edward's father would not attend the ceremony.
(b) They had feared that Edward's mother would significantly misbehave.
(c) They had feared that Edward's mother would forget the purpose of the event entirely.
(d) They had feared that Edward's parents would condescend to Florence's parents.

2. What is Florence's sole source of information about sex?
(a) Nature television programs.
(b) Her mother's three-minute talk.
(c) A paperback guide for new brides.
(d) A single day's lesson in health class.

3. When Edward wonders whether he should find a proper job instead of pursuing his writing, what job does he imagine taking?
(a) History teacher at a high school.
(b) History professor at a university.
(c) History teacher at a middle school.
(d) History teacher at a grammar school.

4. What color is Edward's single tie?
(a) Red.
(b) Purple.
(c) Dark blue.
(d) Sky blue.

5. What verb does Florence's mother, Violet, use to describe Florence's violin playing?
(a) Moaning.
(b) Screeching.
(c) Praying.
(d) Singing.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Florence feel about the prospect of having children?

2. During what decade does the couple's wedding take place?

3. What aspect of Florence and Edward's childhoods do they most like to discuss?

4. What college does Edward attend?

5. What item does Florence wear when she practices her scales that causes Edward to dream of a future daughter they might have together?

(see the answer key)

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