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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. Which of the following food items does Louise eat in front of her husband as an act of defiance?
(a) A piece of cake.
(b) A chocolate chip cookie.
(c) A candy bar.
(d) An ice cream cone.

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

3. Which of the following examples is NOT a way that Push attempts to show dominance over John Williams?
(a) He sprays graffiti about him around town.
(b) He challenges him to a fight.
(c) He makes jokes about him.
(d) He eggs his house.

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

5. What does Lewis ask Arty to be sure his aunt won't sell while Lewis is locked away?
(a) His tools.
(b) His videos.
(c) His books.
(d) His car.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the nationality of the authors in this collection?

3. What possession does the narrator in the story "1/3, 1/3, 1/3" have that is tantalizing to his neighbor woman?

4. How does Sean react when he gets stuck in the elevator with the young man?

5. Who stands up for Willi Varig when he is too drunk to address the audience at the convention he had been hired to speak at?

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