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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 27.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who insists that Norah is reacting to her state of powerlessness in society during Norah's visit with her?
(a) Emma.
(b) Tracy.
(c) Danielle.
(d) Norah.

2. What days does Reta drive to Toronto to see Norah?
(a) Wednesdays.
(b) Saturdays.
(c) Mondays.
(d) Tuesdays.

3. What does Reta immerse herself in despite her continuing grief?
(a) The trivial concerns about beauty.
(b) The needs of her daughters.
(c) The daily responsibilities of her home.
(d) The fictional world of her characters.

4. Where is the apartment Norah shares with her boyfriend located in the building in Toronto?
(a) The basement.
(b) The fourth floor.
(c) The first floor.
(d) The top floor.

5. What does Norah ask Reta about their family when she is nine years-old?
(a) Norah asks Reta whether or not they are from Canada.
(b) Norah asks Reta whether or not her parents are Catholic.
(c) Norah asks Reta whether or not she is adopted.
(d) Norah asks Reta whether or not her parents are married.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Whose personality is Reta worried about developing in her novel?

3. According to Arthur, who possesses "profound human goodness"?

4. Why does Reta write a letter of complaint to an editor of a literary magazine about a series of books called "Great Minds of the Western Intellectual World"?

5. What is the signal Reta gives to Lois for her to come over for her nightly meal with the family?

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