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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Toxique, Chapters 2-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 7, what does Charis's pendulum do when she asks it if she will have a good day?
(a) Swings in a circular motion, indicating yes.
(b) Swings side to side, meaning no.
(c) Stops dead.
(d) Breaks off its chain.

2. What does Tony believe has helped her gain acceptance in the traditionally male field of the study of the history of warfare?
(a) Her beauty.
(b) Her tiny size.
(c) Her great intellect.
(d) Her brilliant doctoral dissertation.

3. What event is not happening on the day Tony decides to use as the starting point for Zenia's story?
(a) A large hole has developed in the ozone layer.
(b) The Soviet bloc is crumbling.
(c) There's trouble in the Gulf.
(d) A new U.S. president is being elected.

4. What kind of collars does Tony wear in Chapter 1?
(a) Lace-edged.
(b) Embroidered.
(c) Detachable.
(d) Plaid.

5. If Tony can understand the person she thinks is a puzzle and knot, what does she hope will happen?
(a) She will write a book about her experiences.
(b) She will prevent West from leaving.
(c) She will bring emotional freedom to herself and others.
(d) She will prevent Zenia from returning.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Tony say in Chapter 1 "was a bad business, and should be left alone"?

2. In Chapter 15, what evidence tells Roz her son Larry has been to the Toxique?

3. What domestic metaphor does Tony use in her lecture in Chapter 1?

4. What does Roz's parking space at her office read?

5. In Chapter 3, Tony recalls that Zenia's memorial service was held how long ago?

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