Three-Martini Lunch Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

When Cliff refers to Greenwich Village in 1958 as a “madman’s paradise,” what does he mean in this context (1)? (from Chapter 1 – 4)

It was a time of a youthful craze of coffee, drugs, and poetry.

It was a time when the war made people depressed.

It was a time when the consumerism of the youth drove the older generation crazy.

It was a time when mental illness was rampant.

2.

What is the significance of the epilogue’s setting 20 years in the future? (from Epilogue)

So the author can straddle two time periods.

So that the characters can look back and reminisce together over good memories.

Because all of the characters are dying and this is their last chance to be honest with one another.

Because all the characters have suffered the consequences of their actions and have since learned valuable lessons that they now can put into action to find redemption.

3.

Why does Mr. Hightower give Eden two letters of recommendation? (from Chapter 5 – 8)

Because he fears some professionals in New York will not accept her if she uses her Jewish name.

Because he is afraid she might lose one.

Because he knows that often young women get into trouble and need help getting a fresh start.

Because the publishing industry is competitive and he recommends she try applying to each house twice.

4.

What changes about the narrative style in this section? (from Chapters 60 – 69)

The time period changes to the future.

It is only narrated by one of the main characters and the other two are bystanders.

The narrative pace slows down.

The narrative point of view switches between characters more often.

5.

What does the author demonstrate through Cliff’s act of rewriting Miles’ story? (from Chapters 50 – 59)

That the white man’s voice holds more power in this society.

That Cliff admires Miles’ skill as a writer.

That Cliff is meant to be an editor like his father.

That Cliff is a better writer than Miles.

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