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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What seems to help Mel and the other characters loosen up?
(a) Music.
(b) Alcohol.
(c) Eating.
(d) Chocolate.

2. In addition to the beverages, what else is passed around during the conversation?
(a) A guitar.
(b) An ice bucket.
(c) A photo album.
(d) A journal.

3. How does the author characterize Terri and Mel's relationship?
(a) Egalitarian and loving.
(b) Unstable and volatile.
(c) Hostile and rocky.
(d) Strong and honest.

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

5. Where are the other characters when Mel begins to talk about love?
(a) At a restaurant.
(b) The author does not say.
(c) Outdoors.
(d) At the table.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who claims that abusive behavior is not love?

2. Who bumps Nick's knee under the table?

3. According to the author, how common are the stages of love the couples are experiencing?

4. Through which of the following methods does Carver communicate most of the significant aspects of his story?

5. What is Mel's ex-wife allergic to?

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