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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Jake's reply when Cohn asks him if he is worried about his life passing him by?
(a) Jake says that sometimes it bothers him.
(b) Jake says that he is through with worrying.
(c) Jake says that he is worried and depressed.
(d) Jake says that he is always worried about it.

2. As Frances continues her tirade against Cohn, what does she think is the real reason why he won't marry her?
(a) He feels he is not good enough for her.
(b) He wouldn't be able to hang out in the cafes as much.
(c) It would be romantic to say that he had a mistress for two years.
(d) His children would be hurt by the marriage.

3. What does Cohn tell Jake after Jake apologizes for telling him to go to hell?
(a) He insults Jake, saying that he is not worth the trouble.
(b) He threatens Jake and tells him to watch his tongue.
(c) He tells Jake that he is the best friend he has.
(d) He tells Jake that he doesn't want to see him again.

4. Where does Jake think Robert Cohn gets his dislike of Paris?
(a) From negative experiences he has had
(b) From cultural discussions with Braddocks
(c) From the opinionated writings of Mencken
(d) From Fances's bad attitude toward Paris

5. Who does Brett's friend, Zizi, introduce her to when she and Jake go into the Café Select?
(a) Count Mippipopolous
(b) Robert Cohn
(c) Marshal Ney
(d) Aloysius Kirby

Short Answer Questions

1. Robert Cohn falls asleep in Jakes office and talks in his sleep. What does he say?

2. What is Brett's reaction when Jake kisses her in the taxi?

3. How does Jake describe being in love to Brett?

4. Why does Jake ask Georgette, the prostitute, to have dinner with him?

5. What did Frances say that Robert did to his secretary at Frances' request?

(see the answer key)

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