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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: Austerity, Food.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Judt's parents disapprove of fuzzy drinks?
(a) Because of the price.
(b) Because of tooth decay.
(c) Because of health problems.
(d) Because of their political views.

2. What was the main dessert of Judt's youth?
(a) Strudle.
(b) Poridge.
(c) Apple cake.
(d) Compote.

3. Why are Judt's hands placed outside the blanket?
(a) His emergency button is on the top of the blanket.
(b) His finger is the part that can still move.
(c) For the illusion of mobility.
(d) Because he is usually warm.

4. What is the cockroach in reference to?
(a) Kafka's "The Burrow".
(b) Kafka's "Jackals and Arabs".
(c) Kafka's "Metamorphosis".
(d) Kafka's "A Little Woman".

5. What memory technique does Judt use to improve his memory?
(a) The reminder technique.
(b) The grand opening.
(c) The memory palace.
(d) The memory ruler.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Judt during the foul language incident at the Chalet?

2. What came in rectangular, medicine-like containers during post WWII rationing?

3. What projects did the government commit itself to after the war that always failed?

4. What were irresistible play places for boys?

5. What is a Bi-Pap?

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