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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Page 1-29.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of these is another thing White says people come to New York looking for?
(a) Purpose.
(b) Privacy.
(c) Fulfillment.
(d) Love.

2. What did White want the reader to do as he read this book?
(a) Get inspired to visit New York.
(b) Find their own truths about New York.
(c) Note the changes in New York.
(d) Take his word as truth about New York.

3. Who wrote the introduction to this book?
(a) Roger.
(b) Reggie.
(c) Robert.
(d) Ryan.

4. What does the E in E.B. White stand for?
(a) Edward.
(b) Earl.
(c) Elwyn.
(d) Evan.

5. What about New York does White say will always remain elusive?
(a) Its true meaning.
(b) Its personality.
(c) Its influence.
(d) Its effect.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does White blame for the loss of charm in the city?

2. What kind of New York resident does White credit for the restlessness in New York?

3. What does the B in E.B. White stand for?

4. What was the last name of the man who wrote the introduction to this book?

5. How did White hope New York would progress?

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