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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Bystander, The Amish Farmer, 1/3, 1/3, 1/3, Verona: A Young Woman Speaks, and Talk of Heroes..

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who was the last person Sarah was with before she disappeared?
(a) Julie.
(b) Elizabeth.
(c) George.
(d) Lenore.

3. To what does the narrator in the story "1/3, 1/3, 1/3" compare his neighbor, the poor woman?
(a) To a flower.
(b) To a stone.
(c) To a dog.
(d) To a child.

4. Who died, prompting the narrator to contact Sonny?
(a) The narrator's son.
(b) The narrator's mother.
(c) The narrator's father.
(d) The narrator's daughter.

5. Which of the following statements is NOT true about the girl in the story "Verona"?
(a) She is oftend complimented on her "goodness."
(b) She is fed only the best foods.
(c) She is dressed in royal clothing.
(d) She is an avid reader of fairy tales.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the co-editor of this collection along with Tom Jenks?

2. During what type of weather does the girl remember feeding birds with her father in the story, "Verona"?

3. If Sonny could choose any of the following occupations for himself, which would he choose?

4. In "Verona," how does the mother in the story react when she sees her husband feeding birds with their daughter?

5. Whose death prompted Sonny to start using drugs?

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