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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Reta, what is there a sense of that runs throughout her main characters' story?
(a) Prudishness.
(b) Intimacy.
(c) Danger.
(d) Excitement.

2. In her letter to Ford-Halpern, how does Reta think other daughters can be protected from Norah's fate?
(a) By imposing stricter vagrancy laws.
(b) By allowing them to be fully human.
(c) By sacrificing happiness for honor.
(d) By giving speeches across the country.

3. According to Reta, what are women still dismissed and excluded from?
(a) Economic advancement.
(b) Primary entitlements.
(c) Freedom of expression.
(d) Accolades and compensation.

4. How does Reta describe her sexual relationship with Tom?
(a) As dull and infrequent.
(b) As familiar and a safe routine.
(c) As uncomfortable and unpleasant.
(d) As exciting and unpredictable.

5. How are Reta and Danielle different?
(a) Reta is a novelist; Danielle is a biographer.
(b) Reta is married with children; Danielle is single and childless.
(c) Reta is Canadian; Danielle is American.
(d) Reta is young and successful; Danielle is old and poor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Reta also chide Valkner about his article "The History of Dictionaries"?

2. According to Reta, what is NOT a romance with impossibly beautiful people?

3. What sport have Christine and Natalie given up playing on Saturdays to spend the day with Norah?

4. In Reta's letter to Ford-Halpern, what is "an endless series of obstacles, an alignment of locked doors"?

5. Who is Dennis Ford-Halpern?

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