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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two - Chapters 1-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Alfred Shang need to contact his physician?
(a) He needed a flu shot.
(b) Alfred does not allow him to see other patients.
(c) The doctor was supposed to be at a conference.
(d) His sister had a massive heart attack.

2. Why does Kitty Bing have a party?
(a) A birthday party for her husband.
(b) She is unveiling her newly redecorated house.
(c) It's an engagement party for Astrid.
(d) To celebrate Colette's engagement.

3. What does Rachel encourage Nick to do?
(a) Visit his mother and father in Singapore.
(b) Ignore his mother's request and stay in New York.
(c) Stay in New York City and send a telegram to Singapore.
(d) Return to Singapore, put the past behind him, and make up to his grandmother before she dies.

4. What literary device does the author use to provide more information about Nick's childhood?
(a) A dream.
(b) A flashback.
(c) A prediction.
(d) Foreshadowing.

5. What do the gossip columns, secret photographers, and spying symbolize in the novel?
(a) Lack of privacy.
(b) Popularity.
(c) Good journalism.
(d) The Young family's hobby.

Short Answer Questions

1. While Astrid is at the hospital who does she text?

2. What issue does Nick's mother, Eleanor, keep bringing up?

3. What does Cassandra see in her email?

4. How does Astrid's mother find out about her confrontation with Isabel Wu?

5. Why is Eleanor disgusted by the badminton party at Tyersall Park?

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