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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, Paloma: Chapters 11-23, Profound Thought No. 15 and One Last Profound Thought.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Renee do in response to the gift?
(a) Nothing yet.
(b) Writes a thank you note right away.
(c) Sends the book back.
(d) Goes and knocks on Kakuro's door.

2. Who is Ozu?
(a) A Japanese diplomat who Renee meets at a coffee shop.
(b) A tenant in the building.
(c) An author Renee admires.
(d) A Japanese filmmaker.

3. What does Renee think about what Columbe has focused upon in her work?
(a) Columbe has totally missed the point and the writing is invalid.
(b) Columbe has focused upon the weaker argument, which waters down the effect of the writing.
(c) Columbe has focused on the wrong things.
(d) Columbe's priviledged upbringing has given her a narrow perspective.

4. How does Renee feel when Pierre speaks to her?
(a) Embarrassed.
(b) Depressed.
(c) Annoyed.
(d) Excited.

5. Who is Marguerite?
(a) Paloma's friend.
(b) Renee's niece.
(c) The dressmaker.
(d) Paloma's cousin.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Renee wear a handkerchief to work?

2. Why does Renee cross the street?

3. What disturbs Paloma about the therapist?

4. What is going on in the Arthens' former apartment?

5. Which of Tolstoy's books does Renee love in particular?

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