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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following statements about Alice is true?
(a) She hates cigarettes.
(b) She is a chain-smoker.
(c) She fights for smoker's rights.
(d) She promotes the idea of cigarette lounges in New York City.

2. What is Alice's mother doing for a living when she meets Alice's father?
(a) Alice's mother is a novelist.
(b) Alice's mother is a teacher.
(c) Alice's mother is a model.
(d) Alice's mother is a secretary.

3. Of the following, which does Calvin NOT list among those Alice frequently takes care of?
(a) Stray animals.
(b) Alice's children.
(c) Cancer patients.
(d) Alice's parents.

4. What is written on the envelope in which Alice keeps special items?
(a) Important Stuff.
(b) Trillin Family Mementos.
(c) Memories.
(d) Treasures.

5. What does Mina do to cheer herself up, and to lift the spirits of those around her?
(a) She dresses nicely.
(b) She plants flowers.
(c) She plays the piano.
(d) She plays inspirational songs.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Calvin, why does he show Alice everything he writes in rough draft?

2. Of the following, which one best describes Calvin and Alice's first home?

3. Which phrase best characterizes the relationship that Alice has with her parents?

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

5. What is Alice's reasoning for agreeing to be photographed in a fashion issue of a magazine?

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