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

2. What problem does the cab driver claim plagues the town of Rock Springs?
(a) Burglary.
(b) Murder.
(c) Drugs.
(d) Prostitution.

3. What story element is Vance trying to explain through his retelling of "The Amish Farmer"?
(a) Rising action suspense.
(b) Point-of-view narration.
(c) Character arc.
(d) Climactic conflict.

4. What type of travel does the narrator in "Dream Children" believe in?
(a) Time travel.
(b) Spiritual travel.
(c) Space travel.
(d) Sleep travel.

5. Which of the following was NOT a way Louise's roommate uses to support Louise in her weight loss goals?
(a) She cooks for Louise.
(b) She bribes Louise.
(c) She speaks kindly to Louise.
(d) She exercises with Louise.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who died, prompting the narrator to contact Sonny?

2. What reason does George give to others who ask why his wife continues to stay with him?

3. What fears does Arty have about his emotions before meeting with his father at the mental hospital?

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

5. How are Sonny and the narrator related in "Sonny's Blues"?

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