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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section Two, Pages 163-201.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the narrator on page 9, each of David's postcards comprise what type of message?
(a) A little report.
(b) A little vignette.
(c) A little joke.
(d) A little poem.

2. When the students are directed to crawl on the floor in the dark, how does David identify Sarah?
(a) By her jeans.
(b) By her hair.
(c) By her cardigan.
(d) By her earrings.

3. According to Karen on page 189, how does Martin seem to truly feel upon first seeing her?
(a) Forgetful.
(b) Optimistic.
(c) Nervous.
(d) Delighted.

4. According to the narrator on page 12, what does Sarah feel about David when he visits her following his summer vacation?
(a) A joyful affection.
(b) A disappointed compassion.
(c) A sad tenderness.
(d) An angry warmth.

5. The phrase "slid into the room like a knife" (3) is used to describe what character?
(a) Mr. Kingsley.
(b) David.
(c) Manuel.
(d) Mr. Bartoli.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Karen on page 184, who will play the lead role in Martin's play?

2. What is the name of Mr. Kingsley's husband?

3. Where did Karen attend college, as she explains on page 148?

4. How does Sarah get to Karen's house at the end of the first section of the novel?

5. How does Mr. Kingsley describe Sarah and David on page 85?

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