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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 61 - 87.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After learning of her mother's death, what did Maria do for a month?
(a) Drink.
(b) Not work.
(c) Cry.
(d) Sleep.

2. According to the person who writes the mimeographed letter that Maria receives in care of the studio, Maria's worries may date from when she was a what?
(a) Model.
(b) Baby.
(c) Actress.
(d) Wife.

3. What does Helene see Maria wearing when she visits the hospital as the novel opens?
(a) Pajamas.
(b) A bikini.
(c) Jeans.
(d) A dress.

4. 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) Happy.
(b) Anxious.
(c) Upset.
(d) Relaxed.

5. Why does Freddy Chaikin say to Maria that he was surprised to hear that she wanted to work again?
(a) Because she was getting a divorce.
(b) Because she refused her last part.
(c) Because she didn't return his calls.
(d) Because she walked off set.

Short Answer Questions

1. What excuse does Maria tell herself regarding her new sleeping arrangements?

2. According to Carter, what does the hospital where Kate is staying tell him about Maria's frequent visits to see her daughter?

3. At the house where Maria has her abortion, what is the doctor's table NOT fitted with?

4. After he returns from his film shoot, how does Carter respond to Maria's question if he's going to stay at the house in Beverly Hills?

5. What season is it when Carter stops living in the house in Beverly Hills?

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