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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, The Failure of Syntax, Fables 3 - 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does communication depend on in "The Failure of Syntax"?
(a) Grammar.
(b) Emotional context.
(c) Hand gestures.
(d) Sign language.

2. Who does the author claim he feels protective over in the Prologue?
(a) His wife.
(b) His mother.
(c) The characters.
(d) His agent.

3. How does the other animal in "Round in Circles", react to the moth's advice?
(a) He takes it.
(b) He covers his ears and sings "lalala!"
(c) He shouts "Tais-toi!"
(d) He ignores it.

4. How do people treat John because of his nervous condition?
(a) They beat him.
(b) They are oversenstive to his needs.
(c) They make sure he never takes a taxi.
(d) They buy him umbrellas.

5. What is the man in the "The Bridge" responsible for?
(a) Getting supper on the table.
(b) Saving his business.
(c) Saving someone's life.
(d) His family.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is John's nervous condition?

2. Why are Billy's parents worried in "Projection"?

3. What does the doctor think about Billy in "Projection"?

4. What does Billy like to cut up in "Projection"?

5. How does the moth try to help the other animal in "Round in Circles"?

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