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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through “The Contest” - “An Irrevocable Diameter” .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What gift does Virginia's husband give to her at the start of "An Interest in Life"?
(a) A broom.
(b) A set of towels.
(c) A necklace.
(d) A new dress.

2. Who tells Virginia she was a "wild, nice kid" in "An Interest in Life"?
(a) John.
(b) Mrs. Raftery
(c) Leona.
(d) Girard.

3. What is the prize for "Jews in the News"?
(a) $1,500.
(b) $300 and a lifetime magazine subscription.
(c) $500 and an article about the winner.
(d) $5,000 and a trip to Israel.

4. Who is Girard in "An Interest in Life"?
(a) Virginia's neighbor.
(b) Virginia's husband.
(c) Mrs. Raftery's son.
(d) Virginia's son.

5. Why does Anna want Peter to watch Judy in "The Pale Pink Roast"?
(a) She just moved and has a lot of unpacking to do.
(b) She says he never sees his own daughter.
(c) She has to work.
(d) She has a date.

Short Answer Questions

1. What event caused Rose to break up with Vlashkin?

2. Why did Rose receive a raise, according to the story "Goodbye and Good Luck"?

3. Which character came to cook Browny breakfast in the morning after he stayed at Josie's?

4. Who comes home proud that she saved the family $4.65 on dinner in "A Woman, Young and Old"?

5. Which character in "A Woman, Young and Old" worked at the Paris Coffee House on Saturday?

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