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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What item of Mrs. Ralph's clothing does Garp likely ruin when he catches her speeding?
(a) Her scarf.
(b) Her blouse.
(c) Her new, cashmere sweater.
(d) Her pants.

2. How do Ellen Jamesians communicate?
(a) By grunting only.
(b) By using sign language.
(c) By writing little notes.
(d) By talking.

3. What final act prompts Garp to take Duncan home from Mrs. Ralph's house?
(a) The arrival of the police.
(b) Mrs. Ralph's incessant yelling.
(c) A phone call from Helen.
(d) A very bad feeling Garp has.

4. Who is the author of the book Mrs. Ralph has in her car?
(a) John Irving.
(b) Dostoevsky.
(c) Shakespeare.
(d) Garp.

5. What is Jenny unable to advise Garp about at Steering?
(a) Sports teams.
(b) Who to pick as a roommate.
(c) The male teachers.
(d) Which teachers will let him cheat.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who chooses Garp's sport at Steering?

2. What friend's house does Duncan like to spend the night at?

3. Who is the "real" Franz Grillparzer?

4. What is the name of Garp's older sister?

5. When she is young, who does Helen say she wants to marry?

(see the answer key)

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