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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17-18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Julius say about Moji’s beauty, during the picnic in Central Park?
(a) That it is unique.
(b) That it is staggering.
(c) That it does not meet his expectations.
(d) That it has the effect of stopping him in his tracks.

2. What does Julius say he is more likely to do in the months of March, April and May?
(a) Seek out the company of others.
(b) Travel.
(c) Visit museums.
(d) Put in long hours at work.

3. How does Julius describe sex with this tourist whose name he does not know?
(a) Something she gave him.
(b) Something she tolerated.
(c) Something he was hungry for.
(d) Something he needed to do.

4. What is Julius’ reaction to Dr. Saito telling him that he is ready to die in Chapter 15?
(a) He sits mute and still.
(b) He calls the nurse.
(c) He holds his hand.
(d) He rushes out.

5. What is the “halo” Julius sees around Dr. Saito’s head comprised of (11)?
(a) Ancient swords.
(b) Family photos.
(c) Renaissance prints.
(d) Polynesian masks.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Julius’ cabbie show his disapproval for Julius’ behavior after driving him home from the American Folk Art Museum?

2. How does Julius describe the expression of the Welcomers when they get to the immigrant detention facility?

3. What consolation does Julius try to avoid offering himself, after being beaten up and robbed?

4. When Julius sees a bust of poet Paul Claudel, what aspect of Claudel’s legacy does Julius think time will redeem?

5. What constant struggle does Julius exclaim on, after protecting the woman and her baby from the wind-blown construction barriers on rue Philippe?

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