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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following symbolizes the hopelessness the characters feel about finding real love?
(a) The meal burning in the oven.
(b) The discovery that the group's favorite restaurant is closed.
(c) The glass spilling on the table.
(d) The rainstorm.

2. What does Nick notice after the story is over?
(a) The sun is rising.
(b) Everyone is crying.
(c) The afternoon light is waning.
(d) The narrator has his arm around someone else's wife.

3. Who ultimately provides the most insight into what love really means?
(a) Nick.
(b) Mel.
(c) Laura.
(d) Terri.

4. To whom does Mel become abusive?
(a) Nick.
(b) Laura.
(c) Terri.
(d) Himself.

5. How does the author characterize Laura?
(a) Intelligent and observant.
(b) Virtuous and innocent.
(c) Transparent and unreliable.
(d) Harsh and unreasonable.

Short Answer Questions

1. What time of day does the car accident occur?

2. Which of the following is a symbol in Carver's story?

3. Which of the following is the resolution to the story of the old couple?

4. Who does Mel wish to talk with on the phone?

5. Who asks Mel to continue the story of the old couple?

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