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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What time of day does the story take place?
(a) Mid-morning.
(b) Late night.
(c) Noon.
(d) Late afternoon.

2. Which of the following describes the literary device Carver uses when Terri and Mel talk about Terri's past relationship in detail?
(a) Flashback.
(b) Dramatic irony.
(c) Symbolism.
(d) Imagery.

3. What does Mel say he would have liked to have done as a profession?
(a) Veterinarian.
(b) Chef.
(c) Matchmaker.
(d) Wedding planner.

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

5. When the author uses the term 'universal', to what is he referring?
(a) The stages of love.
(b) The romance present in relationships.
(c) The use of song to make people feel better.
(d) Marriage.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. According to the author, what characteristics are typically granted to the heart?

3. Which character has the dominant role in the story?

4. How does the author characterize Nick?

5. What term best describes Mel's nature?

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