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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Rose for Emily.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the older brother in 'Two Soldiers' say the younger brother should not join the military?
(a) All of these.
(b) He is too young.
(c) His mother will be sad.
(d) He needs to keep working for his father.

2. Why did Emily's suitor stop coming around?
(a) He got a job somewhere else.
(b) She gained some weight.
(c) An old lover of his took him back.
(d) Her father disapproved.

3. What crop is Snopes to pay in, to make up for the damage his wife does when moving?
(a) Cotton.
(b) Corn.
(c) Wheat.
(d) Tobacco.

4. What does Snopes's wife use to clean when they first are employed by De Spain?
(a) Lye.
(b) Cotton.
(c) Baking powder.
(d) Acid.

5. What is the name of Snopes's boss?
(a) Mr. Harris.
(b) Justice Henry.
(c) Dr. Hansen.
(d) Major Harold.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Snopes use to burn down De Spain's barn?

2. What about Emily did people compare to men?

3. What is Snopes supposed to clean when he first becomes a tenant farmer?

4. For how long does Snopes get a job as a tenant farmer?

5. What is Snopes accused of?

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