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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 5: Listen" and "The Language of Cats and Dogs".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "While It Lasts," what comparison does Bonnie make between George and Mr. Buffy?
(a) Mr. Buffy seems wise compared to George.
(b) George is more direct than Mr. Buffy.
(c) George is funnier than Mr. Buffy.
(d) Mr. Buffy seems more real than George.

2. In "Occupied," what are Ivy's friends referring to when they tell her "You don't want that" (40)?
(a) Her relationship with her lover.
(b) Her move out of New York.
(c) Her divorce.
(d) Her troublesome client.

3. In "The Language of Cats and Dogs," why is Sophie so tired on the day that Tower insists on giving her a ride?
(a) She has been ill for several days.
(b) She worked late at her job the night before.
(c) She has been up all night writing a paper.
(d) She is exhausted from crying.

4. In "The Language of Cats and Dogs," how does Sophie react to the news of her mother's death?
(a) She pretends to herself that it did not happen and that her mother is just "away."
(b) She is overwhelmed and almost fails her final semester.
(c) She cannot process her anger and grief and seeks therapy on campus.
(d) She hardens herself and refuses to acknowledge her feelings.

5. On page 38 of "Occupied," which phrase describes how Ivy feels when she plays with her son?
(a) "White with light."
(b) "Ironically unengaged."
(c) "Unguarded and trusting."
(d) "A robotic performer."

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Green Glass," what is implied by Tom's assertion that his breakup with his ex was a mutual decision?

2. In "Occupied," what does the phrase "the 99%" refer to (33)?

3. In "The Language of Cats and Dogs," how long before Sophie's graduation does her mother die?

4. In "Polepole," what reason does Daisy give for being in Africa?

5. In "Café Mort," who is the restaurant manager?

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