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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. Where does Eddie's father work?
(a) A doctor's office.
(b) A dress factory.
(c) A pet shop.
(d) A restaurant.

2. What event sparks Eddie's resignation from the Home for Boys' Zoo?
(a) He tests the War Attenuator out at the zoo and kills the animals.
(b) He sees a snake eat a mouse whole.
(c) He witnesses another boy abuse the animals.
(d) He is asked to care for a rat.

3. At the end of "Wants," what is a sign to the narrator that change is possible?
(a) She returned her library books.
(b) She joined a protest.
(c) Her ex is getting a sailboat.
(d) Her husband was kind to her.

4. What is the prize for "Jews in the News"?
(a) $1,500.
(b) $5,000 and a trip to Israel.
(c) $500 and an article about the winner.
(d) $300 and a lifetime magazine subscription.

5. Which character in "A Woman, Young and Old" worked at the Paris Coffee House on Saturday?
(a) Joanna.
(b) Lizzy.
(c) Josie's mother.
(d) Josie.

Short Answer Questions

1. What event caused Rose to break up with Vlashkin?

2. What does Freddy tell Dotty in his postcard after she goes overseas?

3. Who comes home proud that she saved the family $4.65 on dinner in "A Woman, Young and Old"?

4. What was Rose's motivation for getting her first apartment?

5. Where did Aunt Rose tell Lillie she worked in "Goodbye and Good Luck"?

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