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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through “Distance” - “Faith in a Tree”.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Virginia write down her list of troubles near the end of "An Interest in Life"?
(a) To tell Mrs. Raftery.
(b) So she can show them to John.
(c) To try to relieve her pain.
(d) To try to get on the show Strike it Rich.

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

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

4. Why does Josephine's grandmother say it was good that her sons had all gone away?
(a) They found beautiful wives.
(b) They were all very grouchy.
(c) They cost her a fortune.
(d) They went on to do great things.

5. What did Ellen's doctor tell her, though she swears it is untrue?
(a) He has never seen someone bleed this much without dying.
(b) He has never seen someone so afraid of dying.
(c) He has never seen someone recover so quickly.
(d) He has never seen someone with so little will to live.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Virginia tell Mrs. Raftery when she asks where her husband is going in "An Interest in Life"?

3. What did Yoyo become well known for in "Gloomy Tune"?

4. Why does Dotty opt to go on the trip alone in "The Contest"?

5. Why does Virginia refuse to make love to John the first time he tries in "An Interest in Life"?

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