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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through On Maintenance.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Nora want to happen even though she does not like to exercise?
(a) Get into shape.
(b) Get flexible.
(c) Improve her stamina.
(d) Improve her strength.

2. What does Nora claim that the obsession with maintenance of physical appearance is trying to ultimately do?
(a) Lead to vitality.
(b) Lead to better health.
(c) Transform oneself.
(d) Turn back the clock.

3. What feeling does Nora's purse give to women everywhere who cannot seem to make traditional purses work?
(a) Fear.
(b) Joy.
(c) Hope.
(d) Doom.

4. What topic does Nora think each women struggles with all on their own?
(a) Intelligence.
(b) Breast size.
(c) Physical appearance.
(d) Career choice.

5. What helps most people become inspired to cook?
(a) A catered event.
(b) A great cookbook.
(c) An incredible restaurant.
(d) An inspirational chef.

Short Answer Questions

1. What subject does Nora Ephron provide humorous insight into?

2. Which body part does Nora Ephron believe shows age the most?

3. Why does Nora not need a purse for a time?

4. What subject matter does Nora Ephron refuse to discuss in her book?

5. What does Nora admit to doing to maintain her face?

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