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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Used-Boy Raisers, The Heavenly Animal, Walking Out, The Conversion of the Jews, Akhnilo, The Christian Roommates, The Wedding, and The Liar..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What country had John Williams been traveling in before settling in Push's neighborhood?
(a) England.
(b) France.
(c) Morocco.
(d) India.

2. 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 thought Daniel was being aggressive.
(c) Because Daniel stole Noel's wallet.
(d) Because Noel's wife and Daniel are having an affair.

3. What instrument does Jack learn to play as a way of coping with his brother's death?
(a) The clarinet.
(b) The French horn.
(c) The violin.
(d) The piano.

4. What prompts the gypsy man to raise his head and shout a war cry in the story, "The Fisherman from Chihuahua"?
(a) A broadcast on television news.
(b) There is no reason for his war cry.
(c) An article in the newspaper.
(d) The music on the radio.

5. What animal does Willi's father breed for a living?
(a) Dogs.
(b) Cows.
(c) Sheep.
(d) Horses.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the story "The Lover of Horses," what does the narrator's family do for a living?

2. How does Jancy's father react when she tells him that she is driving to visit with her boyfriend?

3. How far does David carry his father on his back after accidentally shooting him in the leg?

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

5. To what does Willi compare his household life after accidentally witnessing his mother having sexual relations?

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