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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Reta become angry at the male author being interviewed on the literary television show?
(a) Because he dismisses her writing to the host.
(b) Because he is more successful than she is.
(c) Because he lacks talent and imagination.
(d) Because he doesn't mention any female writers who have influenced him.

2. How does Tessa discover the mystery of Norah's disappearance six months prior?
(a) Tessa finds Norah panhandling outside the subway in Toronto.
(b) Tessa's mother sees Norah walking down Bloor and Bathurst in Toronto.
(c) Tessa discovers Norah's diary in the Orangetown Library.
(d) Tessa runs into Norah outside the Toronto library.

3. Why does Reta cry as she writes the check for the hostel each month?
(a) Reta cries out of grief.
(b) Reta cries out of heartfelt appreciation.
(c) Reta cries out of pity.
(d) Reta cries out of heartbreak.

4. What is undrinkable according to Colin?
(a) Tom's lemonade.
(b) Red wine.
(c) Green tea.
(d) Reta's coffee.

5. How old does Christine, Reta's daughter, turn in October?
(a) 18.
(b) 16.
(c) 17.
(d) 15.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Reta mention by name in her letter of complaint about "Great Minds of the Western Intellectual World"?

2. Why does Natalie thank Reta on Christine's birthday in October?

3. What praise does Reta give Alexander Valkner about his article "The History of Dictionaries"?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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