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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: "American Express" pages 25-35.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the allusion to Frik and Frak imply about how the higher-ups at their firm see Alan and Frank?
(a) They are seen as determined.
(b) They are seen as one entity.
(c) They are considered inept.
(d) They are almost invisible.

2. What does Frank like about Brenda?
(a) Her sense of humor.
(b) Her sophistication.
(c) Her intelligence.
(d) Her voice.

3. In what way do Frank and Alan become "like the old partners" at the firm because of the Hardmann Roe case?
(a) Working on this case earns them a lot of respect.
(b) They are assigned to much better offices while they work on the case.
(c) They are isolated from the daily workings of the firm.
(d) The firm pays them a large bonus to work on the case.

4. From context, what is the best interpretation of the word "hot" in Alan's comment about the new receptionist: "She's hot" (26)?
(a) She is sexually available.
(b) She is uncomfortably warm.
(c) She is physically attractive.
(d) She is angry about something.

5. What is Frank referring to when he asks Brenda what she is going to do with "that beautiful struma" (27)?
(a) Her dog.
(b) Her neck.
(c) Her handbag.
(d) Her car.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the one thing that Frank advises Alan he should not let his wife take in the divorce?

2. From context, what is the best interpretation of the word "funny" in "In those days they were living in apartments with funny furniture" (25)?

3. From context, what can be inferred about the neighborhood of Bryant Park?

4. What does Nan bring as a gift to the man who invites her over for tea?

5. From context, what is likely true about the Century Club?

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