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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Marsha; Chapters 4-11: Marsha, Sandy's Ambition, Marsha Zelenko, An Eveing at the Zelenkos', The Uncle, The Bar-Mitzva, Mr. Klabber, Noel Airman.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Marjorie react to George declining the invitation?
(a) She is relieved.
(b) She is angry.
(c) She does not react with any emotion.
(d) She is sad.

2. What is Marsha's job in Chapter 6?
(a) She is a teacher's assistant at an art school.
(b) She is part of a theatrical production staff.
(c) She is a seamstress for a local designer.
(d) She is a writer for a community weekly newsletter.

3. How old is Marjorie when the novel begins?
(a) Sixteen.
(b) Eighteen.
(c) Twenty.
(d) Seventeen.

4. How does Marjorie secure a higher status among her classmates?
(a) They learn that she has been dating Sandy Goldstone.
(b) She receives the top mark on an important exam.
(c) She gets a national modeling gig.
(d) She becomes engaged to a notable alumnus.

5. Instead of marriage, what does Marjorie want to concentrate on?
(a) Her looks and health.
(b) Her education.
(c) Her career.
(d) Her financial situation.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does George put his graduate studies on hold?

2. What are Marjorie's parents always on the look out for?

3. How does Marjorie meet Sandy?

4. How much salary will Marjorie receive for the job offered to her by Mr. Klabber?

5. Where did Marjorie and her family used to live before the start of the novel?

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