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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Fifty Grand," what is the name of the place where Jack has been training for his fights?
(a) Soldier's.
(b) Hogan's.
(c) Jerry's.
(d) The farm.

2. Where does "In Another Country" take place?
(a) Rome.
(b) Madrid.
(c) Venice.
(d) Milan.

3. What relationship does Pinn have to the major in "A Simple Enquiry"?
(a) Pinn is the major's orderly.
(b) Pinn is the major's cousin.
(c) Pinn is the major's son.
(d) Pinn is the major's brother.

4. How do the killers describe Ole Andreson in "The Killers"?
(a) A big Swede.
(b) A short American.
(c) A petite Swede.
(d) A big ganster.

5. What does the main character of "Banal Story" think is everywhere, based on what he is reading?
(a) Romance.
(b) Heartache.
(c) War.
(d) Tragedy.

Short Answer Questions

1. When had the peasant's wife officially died in "An Alpine Idyll"?

2. How much does Jack weigh before the fight in the story "Fifty Grand"?

3. Once they arrive at the destination where the operation will take place, how does the girl say she feels in "Hills LIke White Elephants"?

4. What time of year does “An Alpine Idyll” take place?

5. What word best describes "A Canary For One"?

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