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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the woman meet the man's friend in The Man Who Would Not Go Away?
(a) At work.
(b) A club.
(c) A restaurant.
(d) A library.

2. In a photo that a woman finds of her boyfriend's ex-lover, what is the woman wearing?
(a) Stilletos.
(b) A fancy comb.
(c) Leopard pants.
(d) Sweat pants.

3. Which of the following is a theme in the book?
(a) Jealousy.
(b) Anecdotes.
(c) Failed relationships.
(d) Passion.

4. According to the narrator, which word best describes Frank?
(a) Refreshing.
(b) Romantic.
(c) Dull.
(d) Exotic.

5. Describe the relationship between the man and the woman in Part 3 of The Knot.
(a) Awkward.
(b) Intimate.
(c) Intense.
(d) Broken up.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the structure of The Knot similar to?

2. What is Charles' last name?

3. What is Frank's last name?

4. Where does the woman in The Feather in the Toque find a photo of her lover's ex-girlfriend?

5. What is Evelyn's nickname?

Short Essay Questions

1. What element in The Knot is used to develop characterization?

2. Describe the relationship between the narrator and Frank in A Thrilling Life.

3. Describe Evelyn.

4. What epiphany does the woman in The Feather in the Toque have?

5. When the narrator learns that Frank has a new girlfriend, what does she feel?

6. Describe one theme that is common throughout all the stories in the book.

7. Describe the point of view in A Thrilling Life.

8. Describe the relationship between the man and the woman in The Feather in the Toque.

9. The title, Ole Siche, means "Dry Island." Why is this relevant to the story?

10. Describe the conclusion of The Knot.

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