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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the dinner party, what does Styron do with his diary?
(a) He hides it from his friends and wife.
(b) He reads portions of it to his friends.
(c) He wraps it and throws it in the garbage.
(d) He gives it to a friend to publish.

2. What is a daily presence during the depth of Styron's depression?
(a) His children.
(b) Tears
(c) Death.
(d) His wife.

3. What sort of people does Styron say is more prone to depression?
(a) Poor people.
(b) Artistic people.
(c) People who have lost loved ones.
(d) People with above average intelligence.

4. What does Styron say would prevent many suicides?
(a) Immediate hospitalization.
(b) Stronger medicines.
(c) Someone to watch the depressed person at all times.
(d) Strong support from family, friends, and professionsals.

5. Why does Styron consult with Dr. Gold, who he didn't feel could really help him?
(a) To satisfy his wife, who demanded he get treatment.
(b) To look good to the press.
(c) To receive the medicines he thought would help him.
(d) To get help for his friend, Camus.

Short Answer Questions

1. What two things does Styron believe led to his depression?

2. What note does Styron want to copy for his goodbye letter?

3. What does Styron believe he needs to get well that can be provided by the hospital?

4. What is the hardest piece of writing Styron attempted during his depression?

5. According to Styron, what is a frequent theme in his novels?

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