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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Frank tell Vicki at the hotel?
(a) Nothing.
(b) He loves her.
(c) He is glad she is there.
(d) He wants to make love.

2. After whose death did Frank attend school?
(a) Father.
(b) Mother.
(c) Aunt.
(d) Grandfather.

3. Meeting early in the morning with this person has become what for Frank?
(a) A tradition.
(b) A ritual.
(c) A desire.
(d) An experience.

4. Who is Paul?
(a) Frank's son.
(b) Frank's colleague.
(c) Frank's deceased son.
(d) A member of the Divorced Men Club.

5. What type of novel is "The Sportswriter"?
(a) Interactive.
(b) Respective.
(c) Drama.
(d) Introspective.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beginning of the story, what is Frank lost within?

2. Due to depression, what do Vicki and Frank end up doing after Frank returns from his meeting in Detroit?

3. What or who leaves Vicki pessimistic about the future at the hotel in Detroit?

4. What is the main thing Walter wants to speak with Frank about?

5. Why is Frank meeting with someone early in the morning?

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