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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through “Two Short Sad Stories from a Long and Happy Life” - “Debts”.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who did Vlashkin quote after Rose told him his book was somewhat egocentric?
(a) Himself.
(b) Homer.
(c) Chekov.
(d) Shakespear.

2. Why does Livid give Pallid permission to think of his sons as his in a letter?
(a) Because he has never met the children.
(b) Because he lives very far away.
(c) Because he does not think the children are his.
(d) Because he is dying.

3. Who is the narrator of "A Woman, Young and Old"?
(a) Josephine.
(b) Joanna.
(c) Lizzy.
(d) Browny.

4. What gift does Virginia's husband give to her at the start of "An Interest in Life"?
(a) A necklace.
(b) A set of towels.
(c) A broom.
(d) A new dress.

5. What is the occupation of the narrator in "Debts"?
(a) Homemaker.
(b) Writer.
(c) Teacher.
(d) Nurse.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Virginia write down her list of troubles near the end of "An Interest in Life"?

2. What does the narrator think is the only thing she ever really wanted in "Wants"?

3. Why does Faith try to urge Tonto to play outside with Richard and Lester in "A Subject of Childhood"?

4. What did Michael always call Anna in "Debts"?

5. What does the welfare office tell Virginia when she first calls after New Year's in "An Interest in Life"?

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