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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4 - 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Helene, what is Maria's manner like when she sees her by the swimming pool at the hospital as the novel opens?
(a) Relaxed.
(b) Upset.
(c) Happy.
(d) Anxious.

2. As the novel opens, what meal does Carter like to have out?
(a) Dinner.
(b) Midnight snack.
(c) Breakfast.
(d) Lunch.

3. According to Carter, what two places does he like to eat alone and read the trades?
(a) Beverly Hills and Marmont.
(b) Bel Air and Beverly Hills.
(c) Wilshire and Beverly Hills.
(d) Marmont and Wilshire.

4. What time is it essential for Maria to embark on her new pastime?
(a) Two.
(b) Seven.
(c) Ten.
(d) Five.

5. What does the receptionist at Freddy Chaikin's office tell Maria when she arrives without calling?
(a) He's in the projection room.
(b) He's left for lunch.
(c) He's on the phone.
(d) He's with another client.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the hospital, what does Maria try NOT to think about?

2. How does Maria respond to Carter's statement about always dining out?

3. At Anita Garson's party, what is the young girl Larry Kulik is watching doing?

4. According to Maria, what was "something no one in the city liked to be near"?

5. As the novel opens, whom does Helene say she does NOT visit Maria at the hospital for?

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