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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following adjectives best describes Grandma?
(a) Affectionate.
(b) Simple-minded.
(c) Tyrannical.
(d) Obese.

2. Where is Augie's father at the opening of the novel?
(a) He is in a mental institution.
(b) He is in prison.
(c) He is dead.
(d) He is missing.

3. Which of the following groups of workers does NOT regularly turn to the CIO for support during the labor movement?
(a) Chambermaids.
(b) Waitresses.
(c) Porters.
(d) Doctors.

4. How does Augie's friends react to the news that he is moving abroad with Thea?
(a) They are confused.
(b) They are excited for him.
(c) They are apathetic.
(d) They are saddened.

5. What is the name of the old folks' home that Simon arranges for Grandma?
(a) Funkes.
(b) Murrays.
(c) Dinkles.
(d) Nelsons.

Short Answer Questions

1. What role is Augie hired to play in the department store Christmas scene?

2. What is the name of Augie's childhood best friend?

3. Why does Simon owe money to the mob?

4. What color is Thea's apartment?

5. Who demands that Georgie be institutionalized when he reaches puberty?

(see the answer key)

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