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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Story of a Scar, Murderers, The Misfits, Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?, and A Good Man is Hard to Find..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many people's lives did Willi help save thanks to his heroic efforts in WWII?
(a) 23 people's lives.
(b) 13 people's lives.
(c) 3 people's lives.
(d) 33 people's lives.

2. How old is Sean at the opening of "Midair"?
(a) 10 years old.
(b) 6 years old.
(c) 8 years old.
(d) 4 years old.

3. How long does Mrs. Webster work for Carlyle before he notes a distinct change in his life?
(a) Eight weeks.
(b) Two weeks.
(c) Six weeks.
(d) Four weeks.

4. In what year was the latest story in this collection published?
(a) 1986.
(b) 1996.
(c) 1966.
(d) 1976.

5. Why does Noel pick a fight with Daniel in the story, "The Amish Farmer"?
(a) Because Noel's wife and Daniel are having an affair.
(b) Because Noel thought Daniel was being aggressive.
(c) Because Daniel was spying on Noel's family while they dressed.
(d) Because Daniel stole Noel's wallet.

Short Answer Questions

1. To what does the narrator in the story "1/3, 1/3, 1/3" compare his neighbor, the poor woman?

2. What reason is Pendleton given for the gypsy's disappearance from town?

3. What is the name of Gay's wife in the story "The Misfits"?

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

5. How does Ile's servant treat Gil when he arrives in the forest?

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