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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What explanation does Sammy give for not approaching Al about the mistakes in his article?
(a) He says he thought Al should have known better.
(b) He says there wasn't enough time.
(c) He was afraid Al would yell at him.
(d) He doesn't give an explanation.

2. How does Al feel about the script that Sammy makes up on the spot in Chapter Four?
(a) It's worth a million dollars.
(b) It stinks.
(c) It's genius.
(d) It has a good twist, but needs work.

3. What does Al suggest to Sammy regarding Rosalie?
(a) To forget about her completely.
(b) That he send her money until she gets back on her feet.
(c) He tells him to send for her and see what she can do.
(d) That Sammy should move back to New York and settle down with her.

4. What surprises Al about Hollywood?
(a) The city both gives and takes.
(b) The city is full of fakers.
(c) The city is a volcano waiting to erupt.
(d) The city is not unlike a village in its psychology.

5. Why doesn't Sammy want Al to leave when Al says he better duck out in Chapter Ten?
(a) He has an offer to make Al.
(b) Sammy is having a mental breakdown.
(c) Sammy cannot stand to be alone.
(d) He needs to approach him about Al's bad past.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Two, what is Al's reaction when Sammy tells him how much they offer for the manuscript?

2. How does Al act towards Sammy during the premier in Chapter Five?

3. Why does Al think of himself as an idealist?

4. After Al arrives in Hollywood, when does he meet up with Sammy in Chapter Three?

5. What does Kit say of the movie house where Sammy's premier is playing in Chapter Five?

(see the answer key)

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