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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I, Chapters 1-5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is NOT the issue with Peter Usher's paintings at the gallery?
(a) People don't like them.
(b) They are not selling.
(c) They are priced incorrectly.
(d) They are too avant-garde.

2. What had Modigliani done with most of his paintings that he painted while he was high?
(a) He burned them.
(b) He threw them in the trash.
(c) He gave them away.
(d) He sold them.

3. Who is Anita to Samantha?
(a) Her maid.
(b) Her secretary.
(c) Her agent.
(d) Her sister.

4. What does Julian suggest that Sarah do in order for her to get money to give to him?
(a) Sell the house.
(b) Sell her car.
(c) Get a job.
(d) Ask her father.

5. What does Lampeth say is the reason for the increase in the art market?
(a) The need for investment after WWII.
(b) The high interest of the wealthy Europeans.
(c) The revival of the Renaissance.
(d) The Americans becoming art conscious after WWII.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the baker look at the girl who comes in for fresh bread in the opening of the story?

2. What idea came out of the painting contest between Peter and Mad Mitch?

3. What is Dee doing in Paris?

4. Who comes up to Lampeth at the gallery reception and feigns being Lampeth's friend?

5. What mode of transportation does Peter use to get to Mr. Dixon's gallery?

(see the answer key)

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