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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which character has the dominant role in the story?
(a) Nick.
(b) Terri.
(c) Laura.
(d) Mel.

2. After Mel finished his story, who does the narrator think knows the meaning of true love?
(a) Terri.
(b) Laura.
(c) Ed.
(d) No one.

3. Over what length of time does this story take place?
(a) One week.
(b) About thirty minutes.
(c) Two days.
(d) One evening.

4. According to the author, Mel's profession requires a significant amount of:
(a) Second-guessing.
(b) Romanticizing.
(c) Dreaming.
(d) Precision.

5. Who shakes the empty beverage container at Mel?
(a) Terri.
(b) Marjorie.
(c) Laura.
(d) Nick.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following events is the climax of Carver's story?

2. Who says that Terri's ex-boyfriend is so inept that he can't even kill himself properly?

3. What is the geographic setting for the story?

4. What is the relationship between Terri and Nick?

5. Which of the following is the resolution to the story of the old couple?

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