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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why might point of view play a role in how Mel's relationship is perceived by the reader?
(a) The narrator may feel negatively toward Mel's relationship, thereby influencing the reader's opinion.
(b) Point of view does not play a significant role in the story.
(c) The narrator is neutral toward Mel's relationship, allowing for free interpretation by the reader.
(d) The story is told from Mel's point of view, so the reader only understands his relationship.

2. What does Mel attempt to do to the topic of love?
(a) Dissect it.
(b) Talk badly about it.
(c) Make it humorous.
(d) Avoid it.

3. How does the tone change as the story progresses?
(a) It becomes more tense.
(b) There is no clear tone.
(c) It relaxes.
(d) It becomes humorous.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Terri think of the other couple's relationship?

2. Which of the following is an example of situational irony?

3. Why does Terri have this reaction to Mel's story about the old couple?

4. To whom does Mel become abusive?

5. What seems to help Mel and the other characters loosen up?

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