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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17 through 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ernest have to do with Sylvia Beach's Shakespeare and Company on the Left Bank?
(a) He studies its style and borrows some of it.
(b) He tries to read it, but gives up after a few pages.
(c) He uses it as a guide for what not to do.
(d) He learns more about symbolism.

2. Of what is Ernest more frightened than getting married?
(a) Being humiliated.
(b) Not becoming a successful writer.
(c) Being alone.
(d) Illness.

3. Who is Harrison Williams?
(a) Hemingway's best friend.
(b) A man Hemingway met in Italy.
(c) Kate's best friend.
(d) A young man with whom Hadley had been in love.

4. How often does Hadley receive a letter from Ernest?
(a) Once in several months.
(b) About once a month.
(c) Every week or two.
(d) Sometimes 2-3 times a day.

5. Who escorts Hadley down the aisle?
(a) Her cousin.
(b) No one.
(c) Her brother.
(d) A family friend.

Short Answer Questions

1. For how long do the Hemingways not speak to each other?

2. Who do Ernest and Hadley occasionally spot on the streets?

3. Where do the Hemingways go that reminds Ernest of his war wounds?

4. What does Hadley receive from Ernest Hemingway that stuns her?

5. Why does Ernest rent an office?

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