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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through You're the Nearest Thing to Heaven That I've Seen (Jordy, 2023) (326 - 373) .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What causes Marielle to reflect on her relationship with Max?
(a) Her daughter's letter.
(b) Her mother's heartfelt diary entry.
(c) A song written by Marianne Faithfull.
(d) A bird landing on the top of her head.

2. When Naomi says: "she has risen" (147), that is an example of what?
(a) Allusion.
(b) Alliteration.
(c) Simile.
(d) Personification.

3. What is Alec's trail mix?
(a) A blend of ecstacy, ketamine, and other substances.
(b) Anti depressants.
(c) Raisins, nuts, and gin.
(d) Marijuana and LSD.

4. What does Naomi encourage Marielle to do in "Talking to Myself and Feeling Old"?
(a) Relax.
(b) Take a seat.
(c) Yoga.
(d) Meditate.

5. Where did Jordy learn CPR?
(a) While working in a bar.
(b) During one of his university classes.
(c) At his elementary school.
(d) While lifeguarding.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the Jordans' wedding like?

2. Who are in charge of flowers in "Talking to Myself and Feeling Old"?

3. Who drives the van to Jordy's race?

4. Which image makes Craig laugh in "Why Do Stars Falls Down from the Sky"?

5. Why does the bartender look surprised when Jordan orders only one martini in "There's a Wonder in Most Everything I See"?

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