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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through That Evening Sun.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the younger brother in in 'Two Soldiers' do when some soldiers laugh at him?
(a) Cries.
(b) Runs away.
(c) Faints.
(d) Pulls out a knife.

2. 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.

3. Why do the men in town think the rape of Minne Cooper should be avenged?
(a) None of these.
(b) To assist the local police.
(c) To get some excitement.
(d) To protect their wives.

4. What is the occupation of the brothers' father in 'Two Soldiers'?
(a) Grocer.
(b) Soldier.
(c) Farmer.
(d) Salesman.

5. What does the younger brother refuse from the older woman in 'Two Soldiers'?
(a) Food.
(b) A ride.
(c) Money.
(d) Affection.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Dilsey's occupation in 'That Evening Sun'?

2. How many bushels is Snopes to pay to make up for the damage his wife does when moving?

3. Where do the brothers hear about Pearl Harbor in 'Two Soldiers'?

4. What is the name of the older brother in 'Two Soldiers'?

5. Where was the older brother in 'Two Soldiers' when he heard about Pearl Harbor?

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