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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Louis' sad observation?
(a) That aging is sad and tragic.
(b) That life is a sour experience.
(c) That there is too much violence in the world.
(d) That there is so little love in the world.

2. Where is Leonard when Virginia goes to talk to him?
(a) In the garden.
(b) In his study.
(c) In the printing room.
(d) In the kitchen.

3. What is important about the imagery of the squirrel's tail?
(a) It's imagery never been used previously in literature.
(b) It reminds us to look out for squirrels when we are driving.
(c) Its question mark shape links to Laura's musing about death.
(d) Its shape makes us question ourselves on environmental issues.

4. What is little Richie's response to his mother's return?
(a) He tells her to come back later when he has finished his game.
(b) He is frightened.
(c) He's annoyed because he's been having a fine time playing and wanted this to continue.
(d) He is overwhelmed with love and relief.

5. Where would Clarissa like her ashes to be scattered?
(a) In her own garden.
(b) Over the lake in Central Park.
(c) On the big dune at Wellfleet.
(d) Wherever Richard's are scattered.

Short Answer Questions

1. What annoys Leonard?

2. What gives Mrs. Latch's garage the look of a miniature house?

3. What can Leonard not easily distinguish?

4. How much of her book has Laura now read?

5. What do both Clarissa and Louis notice about each other?

(see the answer key)

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