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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Village stories.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the townsfolk find lying on the pillow next to Homer Barron's corpse?
(a) A long, gray hair.
(b) A lipstick stained kiss.
(c) A shiny gold key.
(d) A fresh, red rose.

2. What shocking item does Emily Grierson purchase from the druggist in town?
(a) Lye.
(b) Arsenic.
(c) Cyanide.
(d) Mercury.

3. What liquor does the father in "The Tall Men" drink for anesthetic before his surgery?
(a) Wine.
(b) Champagne.
(c) Whiskey.
(d) Beer.

4. What weapon does Pete's younger brother use to attack the bus depot worker and the Army lieutenant?
(a) A lead pipe.
(b) A gun.
(c) A grenade.
(d) A knife.

5. What animal does Res Grier try to sell in order to settle his debts with his co-workers?
(a) A goat.
(b) A dog.
(c) A cow.
(d) A horse.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Emily Grierson's initial response after her father dies?

2. Who suggests that Lucius go visit the Indians to cure his ailment?

3. Which of the following adjectives best describes Flem Snopes in the story "Centaur in Brass"?

4. How does the servant at the rich family's home treat Pete's family when they come offering comfort?

5. What does Abner Snope do for a living?

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