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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 56 -71.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who wrote "Some Other, Better Otto"?
(a) Lorrie Moore.
(b) George Saunders.
(c) Joan Didion.
(d) Deborah Eisenberg.

2. Which of Martin's wives is at Thanksgiving dinner at Corinne's?
(a) Maureen.
(b) Lilah.
(c) Viola.
(d) Laurie.

3. What does Otto recall were the best moments at the family dinner table when he was young?
(a) When Sharon was not there.
(b) When Sharon would talk.
(c) When his father was still alive.
(d) When Martin would throw up.

4. How often does Corinne say she would like to see her family all together in the same room?
(a) Every year at least.
(b) At all major holidays and birthdays.
(c) Every other year.
(d) Once every century or so.

5. Where does Portia's mother lives?
(a) France.
(b) Nebraska.
(c) China.
(d) England.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Otto and William often send to family for Christmas in lieu of visiting for many years?

2. What is the only thing Otto tells Corinne he remembers of Martin growing up?

3. What did Otto realize about he and William's relationship after William said he was going to have to meet Otto's family sooner or later?

4. Why is Portia upset about Thanksgiving?

5. What does Sharon have hanging on the walls of her apartment?

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