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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does the tone change as the story progresses?
(a) There is no clear tone.
(b) It becomes more tense.
(c) It becomes humorous.
(d) It relaxes.

3. Which of the following literary techniques does the author use in comparing Mel's profession with the topic of conversation?
(a) Alliteration.
(b) Imagery.
(c) Symbolism.
(d) Foreshadowing.

4. How old is Laura?
(a) Mid-twenties.
(b) Thirty-five.
(c) Forty-five.
(d) Fifty-nine.

5. Which of the following is the resolution following the climax?
(a) The acceptance of Laura by Terri and Nick.
(b) The compromise between Nick and Mel.
(c) The sun rising.
(d) The characters meditating on the meaning of love.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the story of the old couple told?

2. What is the geographic setting for the story?

3. Which of the following is a connotation of the word 'heart'?

4. Where are additional beverages kept?

5. Which of the following does Mel wonder about new love?

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