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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Lover of Horses, Redemption, Dream Children, and The Ledge.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of books most interest the narrator in the story "Dream Children"?
(a) Books about pharmacology.
(b) Books about musical therapy.
(c) Books about fairies and magic.
(d) Books about communicating with the dead.

2. How does Sean react when he gets stuck in the elevator with the young man?
(a) He becomes aggressive.
(b) He begins weeping.
(c) He panics.
(d) He remains calm.

3. To what does the narrator in the story "1/3, 1/3, 1/3" compare his neighbor, the poor woman?
(a) To a flower.
(b) To a child.
(c) To a stone.
(d) To a dog.

4. What is the name of the first babysitter Carlyle hires?
(a) Annie.
(b) Janie.
(c) Susie.
(d) Debbie.

5. Which of the following adjectives best describes Vance's student, Katie Jay, in the story, "The Amish Farmer"?
(a) Comedic.
(b) Simple-minded.
(c) Apathetic.
(d) Aggressive.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following adjectives does NOT describe the mysterious gypsy that arrives in town in the story "The Fisherman from Chihuahua"?

2. What did the narrator and Sonny argue about while the narrator was on leave from the armed forces?

3. If Sonny could choose any of the following occupations for himself, which would he choose?

4. In the story "Weekend," what did George do for a living before retiring?

5. From what country is "The General" in the story "Redemption?

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