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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 is the name of Jack Hawthorne's brother?
(a) Carter.
(b) Brian.
(c) Elliott.
(d) David.

2. Who is responsible for finding Mrs. Webster, Carlyle's future babysitter?
(a) Sarah.
(b) Carlyle.
(c) Keith.
(d) Eileen.

3. What does Lewis ask Arty to be sure his aunt won't sell while Lewis is locked away?
(a) His videos.
(b) His books.
(c) His car.
(d) His tools.

4. How often did the narrator's father lose money when he was gambling in "The Lover of Horses"?
(a) Rarely.
(b) Always.
(c) Frequently.
(d) Never.

5. In the story, "The Bystander," who did Arty's father attack before being committed to a mental institution?
(a) A co-worker.
(b) A neighbor.
(c) A random woman.
(d) A small boy.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Jack feel after he accidentally kills his brother?

2. What country had John Williams been traveling in before settling in Push's neighborhood?

3. What school subject does Vance teach in the story "The Amish Farmer"?

4. How are Earl and Edna related?

5. In the story "Sonny's Blues," what does the narrator do for a living?

(see the answer key)

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