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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. Who did Vlashkin quote after Rose told him his book was somewhat egocentric?
(a) Chekov.
(b) Shakespear.
(c) Himself.
(d) Homer.

2. What does Mr. Graham help Charles do at the end of "An Irrevocable Diameter"?
(a) Buy a new car.
(b) Start a business.
(c) Go back to school.
(d) Get a home loan.

3. What does Virginia tell Mrs. Raftery when she asks where her husband is going in "An Interest in Life"?
(a) "He is probably deserting me."
(b) "He is marrying his mistress."
(c) "I have no idea."
(d) "He is joining the army."

4. How old is Josie in "Woman, Young and Old"?
(a) 8.
(b) 13.
(c) 23.
(d) 18.

5. Which character came to cook Browny breakfast in the morning after he stayed at Josie's?
(a) Liz.
(b) Josie's grandmother.
(c) Joanna.
(d) Josie's mother.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Virginia refuse to make love to John the first time he tries in "An Interest in Life"?

2. Why Is Charles C. Charley at Cindy's house at the start of "An Irrevocable Diameter"?

3. Who tells Virginia she was a "wild, nice kid" in "An Interest in Life"?

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

5. What does the welfare office tell Virginia when she first calls after New Year's in "An Interest in Life"?

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