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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 56 -71.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did William do for work when they first moved into the brownstone together?
(a) Proofreading.
(b) Teaching.
(c) Handyman.
(d) Journalism.

2. Who does Laurie say sent Portia a great gift for her birthday?
(a) Corinne.
(b) Otto.
(c) Martin.
(d) Viola.

3. Who wrote "Some Other, Better Otto"?
(a) Deborah Eisenberg.
(b) Lorrie Moore.
(c) George Saunders.
(d) Joan Didion.

4. What impressive gift did Portia get for her birthday?
(a) A trip to Disney World next year.
(b) A microscope set.
(c) A trip to Glyndebourne when she turns 18.
(d) A real microphone.

5. What does Laurie tell Portia to make her feel better about Thanksgiving?
(a) They are celebrating sharing a meal with Native Americans.
(b) She does not have to eat if she does not want to.
(c) Her father will be there soon.
(d) They will be leaving soon.

Short Answer Questions

1. What example does Otto use to prove to William that time is linear?

2. With whom does Corinne say Martin has been having an affair?

3. What does Otto consider may be the only reason William finds him appealing?

4. What is Otto and Williams relationship?

5. What does Otto ask Portia when he tells her that he is a lawyer?

(see the answer key)

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