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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens immediately after the story of the old couple is over?
(a) No one speaks.
(b) One of the couples decides to get a divorce.
(c) The wine bottle crashes to the floor.
(d) The fire alarm goes off.

2. What is Nick's understanding of Terri and Mel's relationship?
(a) It is something he wants to work toward.
(b) It is unromantic and hostile.
(c) It is strong and full of love for each other.
(d) He is neutral toward their relationship.

3. Which of the characters seems to realize first that Mel's desire to experience real love is not yet fulfilled?
(a) Terri.
(b) Nick.
(c) Laura.
(d) Ed.

4. What effect does the alcohol have on the characters by the end of the story?
(a) The characters become angry with one another.
(b) The characters are all numb.
(c) The characters are all crying.
(d) The characters are all laughing.

5. Why does Mel become frustrated?
(a) He has trouble understanding the emotional aspects of the heart.
(b) He has difficulty remembering things.
(c) He cannot open the wine bottle.
(d) His wife is constantly interrupting him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Terri have this reaction to Mel's story about the old couple?

2. Which of the following characters chastises another at one point in the story?

3. How are the two couples different from other people in a relationship?

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

5. What time of day does the story take place?

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