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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Otto upset when William says he must "try and get some sleep" (87)?
(a) He feels William did not acknowledge Otto's need for sleep.
(b) William should have used 'to' instead of 'and.'
(c) Otto wants to talk to William more.
(d) William always goes to bed when Otto is upset.

2. With whom does Corinne say Martin has been having an affair?
(a) His personal trainer.
(b) His paralegal.
(c) His ex-wife.
(d) His client.

3. What does William say when Otto says he worries about the way Sharon has to live?
(a) She should live with us.
(b) We could always use a helping hand.
(c) She will be fine.
(d) Everybody is so alone.

4. What is the subject of the article William asks Otto if he should clip for him at the beginning of the story?
(a) Holiday depression.
(b) How to keep New Year's resolutions.
(c) Dinner conversation topics.
(d) Holiday weight gain.

5. What does Otto ask William in the last line of the story?
(a) Did I ruin your life?
(b) What are we doing down here?
(c) Why can't you leave me alone?
(d) Why did you wake me up?

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Otto wonder if Sharon wishes she could have had?

2. What did William and Otto often do instead of spending time with family during the holidays?

3. To whom did Otto first rent out the the top floor of his brownstone?

4. With whom does Portia live?

5. What does Sharon say she is thinking of buying for her house per Otto's advice?

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