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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. In "Verona," how does the mother in the story react when she sees her husband feeding birds with their daughter?
(a) She is apathetic.
(b) She is confused.
(c) She is jealous.
(d) She is pleased.

2. What act of affection do Lewis and Arty share before Arty leaves his father alone in the hospital?
(a) They shake hands.
(b) They hug.
(c) They do not touch before Arty leaves.
(d) They kiss on the cheeks.

3. If Sonny could choose any of the following occupations for himself, which would he choose?
(a) Police Officer.
(b) Farmer.
(c) Politician.
(d) Musician.

4. During what type of weather does the girl remember feeding birds with her father in the story, "Verona"?
(a) In the snow.
(b) In the rain.
(c) In the sleet.
(d) In the sunshine.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What country was Willi Varig fighting for in WWII?

2. How long had it been since the narrator saw Sonny before his arrest?

3. How many stories are included in this collection?

4. In the story "The Amish Farmer," why does Noel drive off the road in Amish country?

5. Which of the following statements is NOT true about the girl in the story "Verona"?

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