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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Willi, The Fat Girl, A Poetics for Bullies, and Rock Springs..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What reason is Pendleton given for the gypsy's disappearance from town?
(a) He is a spirit.
(b) He is a drunk.
(c) He is a drifter.
(d) He is dead.

2. How does Sean react when he gets stuck in the elevator with the young man?
(a) He becomes aggressive.
(b) He remains calm.
(c) He panics.
(d) He begins weeping.

3. What is the name of Louise's college roommate?
(a) Carrie.
(b) Dolly.
(c) Holly.
(d) Mary.

4. When Sarah goes missing in the story "Weekend," how does Julie search for her?
(a) In a car.
(b) On a bicycle.
(c) On horseback.
(d) On foot.

5. In the story, "The Bystander," who did Arty's father attack before being committed to a mental institution?
(a) A neighbor.
(b) A co-worker.
(c) A random woman.
(d) A small boy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the first babysitter Carlyle hires?

2. What school subject does Vance teach in the story "The Amish Farmer"?

3. Who died, prompting the narrator to contact Sonny?

4. In what year was the latest story in this collection published?

5. Which of the following best describes the genre of the stories the editors chose for this collection?

(see the answer key)

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