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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Calvin, what photo of Alice appears on the cover of the program at her memorial service?
(a) A photo of Alice teaching in a classroom. It is taken when she is in her thirties.
(b) A photo of Alice gardening. It is taken when she is in her forties.
(c) A photo of Alice taken in Italy. It is taken when she is in her fifties.
(d) A photo of Alice wearing a hat. It is taken when she is in her twenties.

2. In chapter one, what object does Alice wave in the air following Calvin's speech?
(a) A cigarette.
(b) A book.
(c) A shoe.
(d) A pen.

3. According to Calvin, why does he show Alice everything he writes in rough draft?
(a) Calvin thinks it gives her an opportunity to improve her own writing.
(b) It saves Calvin time.
(c) Calvin values Alice's opinion and wants to impress her.
(d) Calvin does not trust his editor at work.

4. According to Calvin, what is Alice wearing when he sees her for the first time?
(a) A white hat.
(b) A black hat.
(c) A yellow hat.
(d) A red hat.

5. What is Alice's maiden name?
(a) Francis.
(b) Willkins.
(c) Stewart.
(d) Monocle.

Short Answer Questions

1. In chapter two, what fact about Dick Francis and his wife does Calvin share with the reader?

2. What reasons does Calvin give for stating that "Alice doesn't look like who she is"?

3. At which institution does Alice teach English in her mid-twenties?

4. Where does Alice's father first meet Alice's mother?

5. How does Calvin characterize his father-in-law?

(see the answer key)

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