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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through An Alpine Idyll.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of portraits do they see in the restaurant in Spezia in the story "Che Ti Dice La Patria?"
(a) Portraits of Mussolini.
(b) Portraits of Hitler.
(c) Portraits of Italian women.
(d) Portraits of soldiers.

2. What type of operation is the couple planning to have done in "Hills Like White Elephants"?
(a) Dental surgery.
(b) Femur surgery.
(c) An abortion.
(d) A hip replacement.

3. Where does the story "Hills Like White Elephants" take place?
(a) In a car.
(b) A wagon.
(c) An airplane.
(d) A train.

4. What does idyll mean in reference to "An Alpine Idyll"?
(a) Messy and disorganized.
(b) Corrupt and wrong.
(c) Peaceful and happy.
(d) Innocent.

5. What does Jack say he needs to fight Walcott in "Fifty Grand"?
(a) More training.
(b) Luck.
(c) A miracle.
(d) Strength.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Fifty Grand," what is the name of the place where Jack has been training for his fights?

2. In the story "Che Ti Dice La Patria?" what city do Guy and his friend stop for lunch, when they are teased by some prostitutes?

3. In "Ten Indians," what means of transportation is the Garner family using?

4. In "A Canary For One," what does the American purchase while waiting for the train to move?

5. In the story "Fifty Grand," who is Jack sick of and wants to return to town?

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