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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whose personality is Reta worried about developing in her novel?
(a) Roman's.
(b) Danielle's.
(c) Norah's.
(d) Alicia's.

2. According to Arthur, Roman is an ___________ and ___________ character.
(a) Indescribable; complex.
(b) Indifferent; dull.
(c) Intelligent; interesting.
(d) Interesting; smart.

3. What has Reta attempted to talk about with her daughters regarding sex?
(a) Reta has attempted to convince them to wait until marriage.
(b) Reta has attempted to talk about birth control.
(c) Reta has attempted to share her own experiences.
(d) Reta has attempted to find out if they are having sex.

4. The nature of _______dominates the conversation between Reta and Danielle at lunch.
(a) Faith.
(b) Forgiveness.
(c) Love.
(d) Virtue.

5. Who is Dennis Ford-Halpern?
(a) The author of "The Goodness Gap."
(b) Reta's writing teacher.
(c) Norah's psychiatrist.
(d) A television host.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Reta's new novel?

2. Who insists that Norah is reacting to her state of powerlessness in society during Norah's visit with her?

3. What kind of woman does Reta realize she cannot create for a heroine in her novel?

4. In the cemetery, what is the inscription beneath Mary Leland's name on her headstone?

5. What word does Norah have written on the cardboard sign on her chest?

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