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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: "Context" through "Continuity".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What has changed in Lucien's attitude about art since Charlie's death?
(a) He does not care about it the way he once did.
(b) He wants to create it, not just sell it.
(c) He now prefers much darker, more serious art.
(d) He finds most art too "young" for his taste now.

2. What is the name of Lucien's assistant?
(a) Rashana.
(b) Devahuti.
(c) Sharmila.
(d) Advika.

3. Why is Lyle sad all of the time?
(a) His boyfriend has moved to London.
(b) He and his boyfriend have broken up.
(c) He is homesick and hates New York.
(d) He is heavily in debt.

4. From the story's context, when must Charlie have died?
(a) Shortly after the September 11th attack.
(b) Before the year 2000.
(c) In the year 2000.
(d) In the year 2003.

5. To what does Lucien compare old age?
(a) A house without a kitchen.
(b) A bankrupt business.
(c) A garbage dump.
(d) A tar pit.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lucien think is "the usual stupid question" (17)?

2. What does Nathaniel say history teaches us?

3. What does Nathaniel think motivated his grandparents to move to the Midwest?

4. What industry does Madison work in?

5. What does Lucien end up saying to his assistant on page 8 when he wants to give her a piece of advice?

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