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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Robert Cohn spend his time while in Europe with Frances?
(a) He takes up painting and sculpture.
(b) He writes a novel, reads books, plays bridge, plays tennis and boxes.
(c) He starts a new arts magazine, and wines and dines Frances.
(d) He goes back to school and studies law.

2. What are the two pieces of mail that Jakes picks up from the concierge when he returns to his flat?
(a) A letter from his brother in America and a bank statement
(b) A postcard from an army buddy and a letter from his sister
(c) A bank statement and a wedding invitation
(d) A college commencement invitation and a letter from Brett

3. How does Jake justify the insulting things he says?
(a) He says that he had a rough night and isn't thinking straight.
(b) He explains that he has a nasty tongue but he doesn't mean what he says.
(c) He blames his attitude on his war injury.
(d) He says that he is only telling the truth.

4. Where do Brett and Jake decide to go after leaving the dance-club?
(a) To a show
(b) To Brett's place
(c) To Jake's place
(d) Just driving around

5. After graduating from Princeton, Robert Cohn is bitter and self-conscious. What is one of the first things he does?
(a) He falls into depression.
(b) He marries the first girl who is nice to him.
(c) He joins the army.
(d) He goes on an extended European trip.

Short Answer Questions

1. What title does Robert Cohn achieve while attending Princeton?

2. How does Jake introduce Georgette to his friends when they meet at the restaurant?

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

4. What does Jake read after putting on his pajamas and getting into bed?

5. Georgette asks Jake what is wrong with him, since he doesn't want her to touch him. What does he reply?

(see the answer key)

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