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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. Which of the following adjectives does NOT describe the mysterious gypsy that arrives in town in the story "The Fisherman from Chihuahua"?
(a) Wild.
(b) Dark.
(c) Handsome.
(d) Friendly.

2. How many children does Carlyle have?
(a) 3 children.
(b) 2 children.
(c) 1 child.
(d) 4 children.

3. Why is the narrator of the story "Dream Children" considered uninteresting and melancholy?
(a) Because her husband beats her.
(b) Because she lost her job.
(c) All of the above.
(d) Because her son is dead.

4. Which of the following facts is NOT true of John Williams?
(a) He is handsome.
(b) He is dark skinned.
(c) He is a bully.
(d) He is rich.

5. How do the school children respond to John Williams when he joins their school?
(a) They adore him.
(b) They hate him.
(c) They fear him.
(d) They ignore him.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many of the threesome survive the fishing trip in the story "The Ledge"?

2. In the story "Rock Springs," why does Earl find himself on the run?

3. What emotion does Carlyle use to describe his life now that Mrs. Webster is involved in it?

4. Who does the narrator of the story "Dream Children" claim to meet with during her times of travel?

5. Which of Louise's relations is most strict about her food intake in the story, "The Fat Girl"?

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