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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

4. According to the author, how common are the stages of love the couples are experiencing?
(a) They are common to couples their age.
(b) They are common to Western European couples.
(c) They are unique to these couples.
(d) They are universal.

5. Through which of the following methods does Carver communicate most of the significant aspects of his story?
(a) Hyperbole.
(b) Figurative language.
(c) Dialogue.
(d) Metamorphism.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the author, Mel's profession requires a significant amount of:

2. What is the tone of the story as Nick kisses his wife's hand?

3. Which of the following is an important theme in the story?

4. Which of the following is the denotation of the word 'love'?

5. What purpose does foil serve in this story?

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