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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A River Runs Through It.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Paul hope to avoid?
(a) Any interaction with Jessie
(b) A sunburn
(c) Any confrontation from Norman about Paul's behavior the last time they were together
(d) Insect bites

2. The story is an _________________ one.
(a) elegant
(b) emotional
(c) unbelievable
(d) awkward

3. What does Norman decide to do because he is frustrated with his family situation?
(a) He spends a few days with Paul at the family cabin.
(b) He buys a new car.
(c) He decides to take a trip to Europe.
(d) He asks his wife to go to marriage counseling.

4. Why does Norman think that Paul stays close to him while fishing?
(a) Because Norman can always find the best fishing spots
(b) Because Norman has the beer
(c) Because he thinks Norman is upset over the situation with Neal
(d) Because Paul has been feeling lonely lately

5. What is the name of Norman's brother-in-law?
(a) James
(b) Neal
(c) Alan
(d) Robert

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens in the middle of the night?

2. Why do Norman and Paul have to move to a new fishing hole?

3. What does Paul put in the river?

4. After Norman is married, he asks Paul to do him what favor?

5. What happens to humiliate Paul?

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