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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which of the following characters can be said to be a tragic hero?
(a) Mel.
(b) Nick.
(c) Terri.
(d) Laura.

3. How long has Nick been married?
(a) A year and a half.
(b) He has not yet married.
(c) Ten years.
(d) Two weeks.

4. What is the tone of Mel's story about the old couple?
(a) Wistful.
(b) Morose.
(c) Juvenile.
(d) Disgusted.

5. Did Mel truly love his first wife?
(a) Yes, they were deeply in love.
(b) The author does not address this topic.
(c) Yes, and Mel is still in love with her.
(d) He thought he did but probably didn't.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens immediately after the story of the old couple is over?

2. Which character becomes increasingly offensive over the course of the story?

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

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

5. Where does the story take place?

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