The Bizarre World of John Irving

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1. In Irving's first novel, "Setting Free the Bears," what food does Siggy enjoy eating in the Rathaus Park while writing his poetry? Carrot Sticks Radishes An Apple Slices of Watermelon

2. In "The Hotel New Hampshire" (my personal fave), one of the terrorists' names is "Schraubenschlussel." What does this mean in English? Pastry Sprocket Leader Wrench

3. In "The Cider House Rules", Dr. Wilbur Larch's decision to not only deliver unwanted babies but also to perform abortions was influenced by his visit to "Mrs. Claus'" clinic off of Harrison St. True False

4. What is the last name of an attractive elderly woman in "The Fourth Hand" that is also the partial name of a hotel in "The Hotel New Hampshire"? Wheelwright O'Hare Clausen Arbuthnot

5. Which novel by John Irving features a cast of main characters tangled up in a vicious 'menage a quatre' (foursome)? A Son of the Circus The Fourth Hand The World According to Garp The 158-Pound Marriage

6. The uniform of which employment is popularized when feminist Jenny Fields wears it in "The World According to Garp"? Stewardess's Dress Nurse's Dress Doctor's Scrubs Police Uniform

7. Ruth Cole was fond of playing what sport in "A Widow for One Year"? Badminton Cricket Tennis Squash

8. Which Canadian city is one of the minor settings in a few of Irving's novels? Toronto Montreal Vancouver Halifax

9. Which Irving novel features characters with bizarre names such as: Bogus, Biggie, Tulpen, and Couth? A Prayer for Owen Meany My Movie Business The Water-Method Man Trying to Save Piggy Sneed

10. What sport is often a key component in the plots of several of Irving's novels? Squash Tennis Baseball Wrestling