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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 36.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Arthur tell Reta the day after Christmas that it is urgent that she come to New York?
(a) Because he wants her to sign a six figure book deal.
(b) Because he wants to have a conference before she finishes the first draft.
(c) Because he wants to meet before he leaves the country.
(d) Because he wants her to give a reading at a major bookstore.

2. How does Reta sign her letter about the obituary in the Globe and Mail?
(a) I will not forgive you. Rita Hayworth Orange Blossom City.
(b) I grieve for you too. Rita Hayworth Orange Blossom City.
(c) I no longer mourn for you. Rita Hayworth Orange Blossom City.
(d) I forgive you too. Rita Hayworth Orange Blossom City.

3. What does Reta question about her feelings for Tom?
(a) Whether she trusts him.
(b) Whether she respects him.
(c) Whether she dislikes him.
(d) Whether she loves him.

4. Why does Reta think that novel writing is perhaps a pointless exercise?
(a) Because it has not helped her heal from Norah's absence.
(b) Because she is afraid that she lacks talent to continue.
(c) Because there is so much moral injustice in the world.
(d) Because there are fewer readers interested in them.

5. During dinner, after Reta and Tom have finished their work, where do Reta's thoughts turn to besides Norah?
(a) The bad news on television.
(b) The upcoming holidays.
(c) The two main characters in her novel.
(d) The wedding of her friend, Danielle.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Reta mention in her letter about the obituary that she wants from the universe?

2. What constant preoccupation does Reta think is not a normal activity for anyone BUT writers?

3. What is the name of the hospital that Norah is in?

4. What question about Norah does Lois Winters ask every night at dinner?

5. What does Reta do in lieu of attending the funeral for the person at Scribano & Lawrence?

(see the answer key)

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