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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Minor Heroism by Allan Gurganus.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the narrator, Cheryl and Edna spend the night when their car breaks down?
(a) A Marriott.
(b) A Ramada.
(c) A Day's Inn.
(d) A Super 8.

2. In Talk of Heroes, Who is Willi Varig?
(a) The director of the church.
(b) A Vietnam veteran.
(c) Emily's husband.
(d) A famous Norwegian war hero.

3. To whom was Robert married?
(a) Sandra.
(b) Betty.
(c) Bernice.
(d) Beulah.

4. As A Vintage Thunderbird opens, who are the people driving from Virginia to New York?
(a) Mick and Susan.
(b) Mick and Karen.
(c) Nick and Karen.
(d) Nick and Lauren.

5. Who are Louise's two girl friends in high school?
(a) Joan and Marjorie.
(b) Jean and Melanie.
(c) Joan and Harriet.
(d) Jessica and Marie.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Rock Springs, what is the narrator's daughter's name?

2. What does the older son in Minor Heroism do for a living?

3. Where are the narrator and his passengers going in the story Rock Springs?

4. In the story Rock Springs, what animal does Edna win in a bet?

5. When did Emily first meet Willi Varig?

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