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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is David angry with Julius when he phones him?
(a) Julius has overcharged on his credit card.
(b) Julius has wrecked David's BMW.
(c) Julius has not arrived in Scarsdale yet.
(d) Julius has had an affair.

2. What is Bootie's opinion on the whole city of Manhattan?
(a) It is fabulous.
(b) It is overwhelming.
(c) It is cruel.
(d) It is rotting.

3. What advice does Ludo give Marina about her father?
(a) Move away from him.
(b) Don't give his opinions any credence.
(c) Get him psychological help.
(d) Don't interfere in his life.

4. Why does Danielle relate to Bootie?
(a) They were both geeks at school.
(b) They are not native New Yorkers.
(c) They went to the same college.
(d) They have the same astrological sign.

5. Why does Annabel have to leave the family holiday to return to the city?
(a) There is a water problem at the apartment.
(b) DeVaughn has problems.
(c) She forgot to bring some holiday gifts.
(d) She has to prepare for court.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Bootie think will make Marina fall in love with him?

2. Where does Julius go after the altercation?

3. Julius is feeling guilty because he did not take the train to __________ as planned.

4. What holiday are the Thwaites celebrating in Stockbridge?

5. Who does Ludo manage to agitate during dinner conversation?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Ludo such a disruptive presence at the Thwaites' home on the holiday?

2. Where is Bootie after the September 11 attacks in New York?

3. In what way do Bootie and Danielle relate to each other?

4. What changes does Bootie make after he is kicked out of the Thwaite house and loses his job working for Murray?

5. What are Julius' feelings about his relationship with David at this point in his life?

6. What are the circumstances in which Murray leaves Danielle?

7. Describe the altercation between David and Julius in the men's room at the bar.

8. What does the storm in Stockbridge symbolize for the Thwaites?

9. Why does Danielle not go to the Thwaites' home in Stockbridge for the holiday weekend?

10. What events and circumstances add to a feeling of doom for Bootie?

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