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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which character spent five years in a seminary?
(a) Terri.
(b) Laura.
(c) Nick.
(d) Mel.

2. What is dysfunctional about Terri's previous relationship?
(a) They never lived together.
(b) They gave away their children.
(c) She would help him commit crimes.
(d) Her boyfriend beat her.

3. What reason does the character give for asking for something to eat before dinner?
(a) She/he is very hungry.
(b) She/he is drunk and needs to sober up.
(c) She/he is getting bored.
(d) She/he wants to give the hostess something to do.

4. What can the narrator hear near the end of the story?
(a) A fire burning.
(b) A childhood song.
(c) Everyone's heartbeats.
(d) Wine being poured.

5. What does Terri suggest Mel do to make himself feel better?
(a) Go to bed.
(b) Have a drink.
(c) Call his parents.
(d) Take medication.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is distracted from his story about love by having another drink?

2. What time of day does the car accident occur?

3. Who turns on a light in the room?

4. Why does Terri chastise Mel?

5. What happens at the end of the story?

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