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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Meneseteung.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Almeda see slumped against her fence in the morning?
(a) A policeman.
(b) A child.
(c) A bum.
(d) A woman.

2. "Friend of My Youth" is a story about _____________________.
(a) the gap between generations.
(b) prejudice.
(c) greed and envy.
(d) the search for love.

3. Which of the following does NOT describe Brenda's relationship with Neil?
(a) They make no demands on each other.
(b) They are committed to each other.
(c) They enjoy taking risks.
(d) They meet in secret.

4. To whom had Flora once been engaged?
(a) Michael.
(b) William.
(c) James.
(d) Robert.

5. Which of the following sounds does Almeda NOT hear when she is awakened one night?
(a) People yelling.
(b) Sounds of violence.
(c) A record playing.
(d) A fence breaking.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Brenda realize after her first fight with Neil?

2. Why did the narrator's mother leave the farm?

3. Who is Brenda's husband?

4. How many times has Almeda been married?

5. With what disease is Ellie diagnosed?

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