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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. Why does Brenda not want to take the promotion she has been offered?
(a) She does not want to move to the Washington, D.C. office.
(b) She does not think it would be a good idea to be working so closely with Frank.
(c) She does not think much of the man she would be working for.
(d) She does not think she would be able to do the job.

2. On page 30, what is being compared to an "infinite forest, the trunks and vines blocking out the light"?
(a) The legal profession in general.
(b) The Hardmann Roe case.
(c) Life in New York City.
(d) Frank and Alan's relationship.

3. What are the details of the thick towels, Biedermeier desk, and private school meant to convey?
(a) Frank's success.
(b) Frank's good taste.
(c) Frank's insecurity.
(d) Frank's snobbery.

4. What does Nan bring as a gift to the man who invites her over for tea?
(a) Books.
(b) A painting.
(c) Wine.
(d) Fruit.

5. From context, what can be inferred about the neighborhood of Bryant Park?
(a) It is predominantly Italian.
(b) It is dangerous.
(c) It is full of law offices.
(d) It is expensive.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the end of the story's first section, what is Alan trying to decide about Frank?

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. On page 35, when Alan tells Frank that the women he likes are all looking for someone like Frank, what does Frank reply?

4. What does Nan say is the cause of her life "made up of disappointments" (32)?

5. When Alan and Frank miss Brenda's party, what is Alan disappointed about?

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