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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "A Mother".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the girl the narrator of "Araby" likes?
(a) Miss Mangan.
(b) Kelly.
(c) Miss O'Malley.
(d) Frieda.

2. What does Mr. Duffy do every evening for dessert?
(a) Eats a piece of pie.
(b) Takes a hot bath.
(c) Reads a newspaper.
(d) Drinks a cup of tea.

3. What object does Mr. Doran polish several times because of his nervousness?
(a) A silver spoon.
(b) A wine glass.
(c) His watch.
(d) His glasses.

4. What does Eveline hold on to while she makes her decision to stay in Dublin?
(a) Frank's hand.
(b) Her handbag.
(c) The iron railing.
(d) Her hat.

5. How much money does Farrington receive when he pawns his watch?
(a) Six shillings.
(b) A sovereign.
(c) Fifteen pounds.
(d) Two pounds.

Short Answer Questions

1. The narrator of "An Encounter" mentions that he prefers which genre of literature to the Wild West stories?

2. What is the name of the American in "After the Race"?

3. Which sport do Farrington and his friends engage in to prove their strength?

4. What do the two neighbor girls of "Clay" bring to share with everyone?

5. In "Araby," who visits the narrator's house for tea?

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