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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Persistence of Song.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long does Goolrick spend in the hospital?
(a) Eight weeks.
(b) Three weeks.
(c) Six months.
(d) Twelve weeks.

2. What was mother known for?
(a) Her artistic ability.
(b) Her kindness.
(c) Her wit.
(d) Her smile.

3. What did mother make at the end of month when they were short on money?
(a) Welsh rarebit.
(b) Poached salmon.
(c) Cabbage soup.
(d) Grilled cheese.

4. What did Miss Nell do for herself each morning when she woke?
(a) Made herself a strong martini.
(b) Made herself breakfast in bed.
(c) She had her hair done.
(d) She did her nails.

5. What did Goolrick hope his new object would provide for him?
(a) A girlfriend.
(b) Relief.
(c) Opportunity.
(d) Acceptance.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does she suggest they win at the game against the other patients?

2. What does Goolrick grow to despise?

3. What does Goolrick believe he continues to search to replace?

4. What killed Sally Page?

5. What does Judy collect?

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