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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who tells the story of the old couple?
(a) Nick.
(b) Terri.
(c) Laura.
(d) Mel.

2. What is the main topic of the couples' conversation?
(a) The ups and downs of married life.
(b) The meaning of real love.
(c) The difference between marriage and cohabitation.
(d) The unrealistic hope of everlasting love.

3. Where does the story take place?
(a) A parking lot.
(b) Nick's porch.
(c) Mel's kitchen.
(d) A coffee shop.

4. Where are additional beverages kept?
(a) The cabinet.
(b) In the refrigerator.
(c) In the trunk.
(d) On the table.

5. Why is Mel hesitant to call?
(a) They haven't heard from him in several years.
(b) He doesn't want them to know he is drunk.
(c) He does not want to talk to his ex-wife.
(d) He doesn't want his current wife to feel left out.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character claims that no one really knows about love, because "everyone is really just a beginner"?

2. How is the depression revealed?

3. Where is Mel when Terri's ex-boyfriend is brought to the hospital?

4. What can the narrator hear near the end of the story?

5. Who tells Mel that every person is different when it comes to love?

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