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

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

3. 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 Daniel stole Noel's wallet.
(c) Because Daniel was spying on Noel's family while they dressed.
(d) Because Noel thought Daniel was being aggressive.

4. How does the monkey react when the captain looks him straight in the eyes in "Letters from the Samantha"?
(a) He is confused.
(b) He becomes calm.
(c) He ignores the stare.
(d) He becomes enraged.

5. How does Jack feel after he accidentally kills his brother?
(a) Apathetic.
(b) Evil.
(c) Guilty.
(d) Confused.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of books most interest the narrator in the story "Dream Children"?

2. How does Poma react when she discovers the truth about Ile Galven's past?

3. What is the gypsy's name in "The Fisherman from Chihuahua"?

4. What act of affection do Lewis and Arty share before Arty leaves his father alone in the hospital?

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

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