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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Fever, The Fisherman From Chihuahua, and Midair.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is George's wife's name?
(a) Julie.
(b) Elizabeth.
(c) Lenore.
(d) Sarah.

3. What is the gypsy's name in "The Fisherman from Chihuahua"?
(a) Sabinon.
(b) Matias.
(c) Damaso.
(d) Alonso.

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

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 an avid reader of fairy tales.
(c) She is fed only the best foods.
(d) She is dressed in royal clothing.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which of the following adjectives does NOT describe the mysterious gypsy that arrives in town in the story "The Fisherman from Chihuahua"?

3. What is the name of Emily's daughter in the story "Talk of Heroes"?

4. What story element is Vance trying to explain through his retelling of "The Amish Farmer"?

5. How many people's lives did Willi help save thanks to his heroic efforts in WWII?

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