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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the author, where are the characters from?
(a) Somewhere else.
(b) The East Coast.
(c) The same place.
(d) A foreign land.

2. What purpose does foil serve in this story?
(a) To display the humorous side of the story.
(b) To emphasize characters' dramatically different views of love.
(c) To underscore the story about the old couple.
(d) To provide a satirical outlet.

3. Who tells Mel that every person is different when it comes to love?
(a) Cynthia.
(b) Terri.
(c) Laura.
(d) Nick.

4. Which of the following is an important theme in the story?
(a) Drinking.
(b) Telling the truth.
(c) Laughing.
(d) Crying.

5. According to the author, what role do analysis and science play in the meaning of love?
(a) They contribute to only the physiological responses.
(b) None.
(c) They explain it fully.
(d) It is not clear.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who says they know what love really is and has an example to share?

2. What is the beverage of choice throughout the duration of the conversation?

3. What can be said to be a motif in Carver's story?

4. When the author uses the term 'universal', to what is he referring?

5. Who ends up going to get the snacks?

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