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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Interlude - November 5, 1996.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Marya's opinion, what does the American Dream prompt women to do?
(a) Hate themselves.
(b) Deny weight problems.
(c) Create unrealistic expectations.
(d) Lose weight to be successful.

2. During her ninth grade year, Marya's bulimia and drug use combine to cause what?
(a) Anger.
(b) Insomnia.
(c) Guilt.
(d) No feelings at all.

3. Instead of focusing on getting better, what does Mayra practice while at Methodist's Treatment center?
(a) Her reading skills.
(b) Her makeup skills.
(c) Her acting skills.
(d) Her writing ability.

4. To Marya, what does life seem to be?
(a) A mistake for her to continue.
(b) Too long to live.
(c) She wants someone to care for her in life.
(d) Too difficult to live.

5. How did Mayra's parents try to reward her?
(a) With love.
(b) With presents.
(c) With verbal praise.
(d) With food.

Short Answer Questions

1. In a ballet class, what does four-year-old Mayra feel about her own body?

2. Before she leaves for winter break, what is Marya eating?

3. Marya's mother thinks __________ is responsible for Marya's eating disorder.

4. Anorexics believe that they can live ______.

5. What is the main part of this Interlude?

(see the answer key)

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