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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. What kind of vehicle does Abdullah drive?
(a) Sedan.
(b) Convertible.
(c) Station wagon.
(d) Jeep.

2. What is Art's father's profession?
(a) Banker.
(b) Chef.
(c) Gangster.
(d) Accountant.

3. Which of the following does NOT become intoxicated while telling stories about Cleveland?
(a) Riri.
(b) Jane.
(c) Art.
(d) Arthur.

4. What does Phlox consider her relationship with Art to be?
(a) Love.
(b) Lust.
(c) Good friendship.
(d) A summer romance.

5. What do Arthur and his friends do as Happy is mated?
(a) Take digital photos.
(b) Drink beer.
(c) Shoot video.
(d) Talk on their cell phones.

Short Answer Questions

1. Art makes plans with his father to ______________.

2. Who is the girl who works in the library?

3. What does Art think Phlox looks like when she emerges from the bathroom?

4. What does Art wonder about his relationship with Arthur?

5. Which of the following do Art and Phlox NOT do at the bar?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Happy?

2. What two landmarks does Art mention as places he visits often?

3. Why is Art's life filled with secrets?

4. What happens when the Bellwethers return home early?

5. Where is Art working for the summer?

6. What happens when Jane unexpectedly shows up at the summer house?

7. What information does Art Bechstein, the protagonist, provide at the beginning of THE MYSTERIES OF PITTSBURGH?

8. What is Art's perspective on his education and his upcoming summer?

9. Why is Art so critical of Phlox's French major?

10. Describe this period of "dilated time" in Art's life.

(see the answer keys)

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