American Short Story Masterpieces Quiz Questions | Quiz: Introduction, Sonny's Blues, and Weekend. to The Bystander, The Amish Farmer, 1/3, 1/3, 1/3, Verona: A Young Woman Speaks, and Talk of Heroes.

Quiz: Introduction, Sonny's Blues, and Weekend. to The Bystander, The Amish Farmer, 1/3, 1/3, 1/3, Verona: A Young Woman Speaks, and Talk of Heroes.

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. In the story "Sonny's Blues," in which branch of the armed forces did the narrator serve?
a) The Navy.
b) The Air Force.
c) The Marines.
d) The Army.

2. In what year was the latest story in this collection published?
a) 1996.
b) 1966.
c) 1976.
d) 1986.

3. Which of the following alcoholic beverages is Sonny's drink of choice?
a) Amaretto.
b) Gin.
c) Scotch.
d) Cognac.

4. In the story, "The Bystander," who did Arty's father attack before being committed to a mental institution?
a) A small boy.
b) A random woman.
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