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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much does Vivian vomit in Scene 5?
(a) "Less than it feels like."
(b) A "bucketload."
(c) Several ounces.
(d) 300 cc's.

2. How does Vivian understand the poem, as explained by Ashford?
(a) A puzzle.
(b) Uncompromising.
(c) Wit.
(d) Truth.

3. How does Vivian think her colleagues would honor her memory?
(a) A collection of her essays on John Donne.
(b) A collection of their essays on John Donne.
(c) A portrait in the hall of the department.
(d) A memorial service during which they read the Holy Sonnets.

4. In what class did Vivian write the paper she has to do over?
(a) The Modern Novel.
(b) Metaphysical Poetry.
(c) Seventeenth-Century Poetry.
(d) Contemporary Poetry.

5. How many cycles of treatment will Vivian undergo?
(a) 6.
(b) As many as nedded.
(c) 4.
(d) 8.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many visitors has Vivian had since arriving at the hospital?

2. How long does Vivian say the attention of chemotherapy was flattering?

3. How long did Vivian study with Ashford?

4. What organ will be monitored during Vivian's treatment cycles?

5. How long does Vivian say she is given to live?

(see the answer key)

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