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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9 | Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Reta's writer friends at the Orange Blossom Room, why are women excluded from real life?
(a) Because men view women as lacking moral authority and capability.
(b) Because men view women as incapable of rational thought.
(c) Because men view women as superior to everyday concerns.
(d) Because men view women as more capable and superior.

2. Who does Reta meet for lunch after a radio interview in Baltimore?
(a) Her editor, Arthur.
(b) Her mentor, Danielle.
(c) Her daughter, Christine.
(d) Her old friend, Gwen.

3. What does Reta bring Norah on the way to her appointment to have her eyebrows tinted?
(a) Shoes and books.
(b) Food and a warm coat.
(c) Books and a picture of Christine and Natalie.
(d) Food and a picture of Pet.

4. What is the name of the university Norah is accepted to in 1998?
(a) McGill University.
(b) University of Victoria.
(c) St. Mary's University.
(d) King's College.

5. What is the first subject Reta and her writer friends discuss at the Orange Blossom Room?
(a) The loss of truth.
(b) The way to forgiveness.
(c) The nature of goodness.
(d) The path to enlightenment.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Reta, what are women still dismissed and excluded from?

2. Why is Colin's marriage to Marietta troubled?

3. What is the name of the previous owners of Reta and Tom's Ontario farmhouse?

4. According to Reta, what is the most important aspect in her life?

5. Why does Norah enroll at the University of Toronto?

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