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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Summary for pages 69-80.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Holly wish to send Fred?
(a) Candy.
(b) Jam.
(c) Melba toast.
(d) Peanut butter.

2. What causes the narrator to become so excited as to pound on Holly's door?
(a) News of an approaching storm.
(b) News that his story will be published.
(c) News that Holly is getting married.
(d) News of a new job.

3. Why does the narrator not feel superior to Holly?
(a) They want different things.
(b) They are completely different in every way.
(c) The narrator thinks Holly is beautiful.
(d) The narrator feels self-conscious around Holly.

4. How does the narrator describe Holly's features?
(a) Big teeth hidden by bigger lips.
(b) A round nose covered in freckles.
(c) A dramatic set of unforgiving eyes.
(d) A large mouth and an upturned nose.

5. What does Holly give the narrator for Christmas?
(a) A bird cage.
(b) A pen from Tiffany`s.
(c) Some updated furniture.
(d) A typewriter.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Holly, how many lovers has she had?

2. After taking a look at Holly's room, what kind of problem does the narrator conclude she has?

3. According to Joe Bell, why does he not have an easy nature?

4. How old is Holly when the narrator first sees her?

5. What year is it in the story?

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