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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The phrases "'I hope it doesn't tire him out'" and "'the original boob tube'" in "Firestone" are examples of...
(a) metaphors.
(b) similes.
(c) puns.
(d) hyperbole.

2. What does Chad refuse to do when his brother is born in "My Manuscript"?
(a) Change the baby's diapers.
(b) Speak to his brother.
(c) Like his brother.
(d) Share his bedroom.

3. In "Glen's Homophobia Newsletter", what does Glen picture Drew as in one of his "dreams"?
(a) Christ on the cross
(b) A troll
(c) A tree
(d) An apple

4. Why was Don fired from his job at a cafeteria in "Don's Story"?
(a) He spit in a customer's food.
(b) He broke too many dishes.
(c) He assaulted a customer.
(d) He was rude to the customers.

5. What reason did the narrator's parents give for neglecting him in "Parade"?
(a) They loved his brother more than they loved him.
(b) They did not know how to be good parents.
(c) They did not like him.
(d) They were afraid he would reject them.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the narrator in "Parade" solve his debilitating life problems?

2. Which of the following is NOT one of Annette's unique physical traits in "The Last You'll Hear From Me"?

3. Why does the narrator begin cleaning bathrooms in "Firestone"?

4. Who does the narrator of "Firestone" claim is trying to make his job at the service station difficult?

5. How old was the narrator of "Music for Lovers"'s daughter, Dawn, when she fell off the roof?

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