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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Terri's ex-boyfriend's name?
(a) Ed.
(b) Steven.
(c) Patrick.
(d) Neal.

2. With whom does Mel appear to be in conflict over the concept of love more than any other character?
(a) Terri.
(b) Himself.
(c) Laura.
(d) Marjorie.

3. How is the temperature of the area the group is sitting in described?
(a) Oppressive.
(b) Warm.
(c) Tolerable.
(d) Frigid.

4. Which of the following events is the climax of Carver's story?
(a) The fight between Nick and Mel.
(b) Mel's story of why the old man is depressed.
(c) The conversation in Terri's mind.
(d) The revelation of Laura's secret.

5. What are Mel and the other characters able to talk about after they loosen up?
(a) Health problems.
(b) Their career goals.
(c) Secret fantasies.
(d) Real love.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who decides that calling Mel's children might not be a good idea?

2. In addition to the beverages, what else is passed around during the conversation?

3. Who can be said to be Mel's foil in this story?

4. What is the overall mood of the characters by the end of the story?

5. What reason does Terri give for her ex-boyfriend trying to kill her?

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