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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many stages of love are there, according to the author?
(a) Ten.
(b) It is unclear.
(c) Only one.
(d) Two.

2. Why is Mel's story interrupted in the middle?
(a) Terri becomes irritated.
(b) Laura wants to go to dinner.
(c) He wants another drink.
(d) Nick falls asleep.

3. Which of the following characters are able to loosen up over the course of the story?
(a) Nick and Laura.
(b) Only Mel.
(c) Terri and Mel.
(d) All of them.

4. Which of the following is a symbol in this story?
(a) Alcohol.
(b) Music.
(c) Death.
(d) The heart.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who encourages Mel to explore the topic of love?

2. Which of the following characters can be said to be a tragic hero?

3. How long has Nick been married?

4. Where do the old couple move to?

5. Which character is encouraged by the end of the story?

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