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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 72-88.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Otto and Williams relationship?
(a) They are roommates.
(b) They are partners.
(c) They are colleagues.
(d) They are siblings.

2. What flower did Otto learn to like after William made him "look again" (54)?
(a) Violets.
(b) Orchids.
(c) Roses.
(d) Chrysanthemums.

3. What does William offer as proof that Sharon does not seem any more unhappy than anyone else?
(a) Her smile.
(b) Her good hygiene.
(c) Her calm demeanor.
(d) Her productivity.

4. What word does Corinne use to describe Portia's mother?
(a) Elegant.
(b) Intellectual.
(c) Psychotic.
(d) Obnoxious.

5. Why does William think it is important he gets a good night's rest at the end of the story?
(a) He thinks the baby will wake them up early crying.
(b) He is crabby when he does not sleep.
(c) His concert is the next day.
(d) He offered to watch Molly the next morning.

Short Answer Questions

1. What family event made Otto feel he was no longer obligated to family during holidays?

2. What does Otto do at the end of the story after William goes upstairs?

3. What did Naomi and Margaret name their daughter?

4. How does Otto say he finds out about his sibling's lawsuit?

5. With whom does Portia live?

(see the answer key)

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