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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which author's works is Akbil Borak trying to finish?
(a) Arthur Kingfisher's.
(b) William Hazlitt's.
(c) Ronald Frobisher's.
(d) William Shakespeare's.

2. In what city does Persse teach?
(a) Dublin.
(b) Cork.
(c) Limerick.
(d) Galway.

3. What is the name of Michel Tardieu's lover?
(a) Albert.
(b) Pierre.
(c) Therese.
(d) Solange.

4. What does Philip give to Morris after telling him his secret story?
(a) A box of cigars.
(b) A copy of his book.
(c) A photograph from years ago.
(d) A check to repay borrowed money.

5. What item does Philip Swallow always pack too many of when traveling?
(a) Socks.
(b) Books.
(c) Razors.
(d) Shoes.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of these people does Persse not meet on the top floor of the residence hall?

2. How is Bernadette making a living?

3. What name did Angelica use while stripping in Soho?

4. From what disease did Persse suffer during his postgraduate studies?

5. What does Akira Sakazaki have planned for after work?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Ronald Frobisher's opinion on literary prizes?

2. How does the Ringbaums' day go after landing in London?

3. What personal story does Robin Dempsey tell Persse at the sherry reception?

4. Why is Persse's Aunty Nuala not at home when he goes to visit?

5. What is the minor argument between Michel Tardieu and Albert about?

6. How does Philip Swallow's first day in Turkey go?

7. Why does Ronald Frobisher hold such a grudge against Rudyard Parkinson?

8. What two letters from London are awaiting Persse McGarrigle when he returns to Limerick?

9. Describe Akira Sakazaki's home.

10. How does Cheryl Summerbee keep from getting bored at work?

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