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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of Otto's siblings is in the midst of a lawsuit?
(a) Naomi.
(b) Corinne.
(c) Martin.
(d) Sharon.

2. What does Otto recall were the best moments at the family dinner table when he was young?
(a) When his father was still alive.
(b) When Martin would throw up.
(c) When Sharon would talk.
(d) When Sharon was not there.

3. How long have William and Otto been together?
(a) 30 years.
(b) 5 years.
(c) 3 months.
(d) 15 years.

4. What does Sharon say she is thinking of buying for her house per Otto's advice?
(a) A painting.
(b) A new tea kettle.
(c) A sculpture.
(d) Some curtains.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who seems most excited when Corinne and Wesley's sons and wife leave after stopping by briefly during Thanksgiving?

2. What is wrong with the gift Portia got for her birthday, according to Portia?

3. Where does Portia's mother lives?

4. What seemed to impress Otto's family most about William when they first met him?

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

(see the answer key)

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