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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Soldier Home: The Three Day Blow.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Bill's opinion of Nick's relationship with Marjorie?
(a) It should be rekindled.
(b) It was the best thing that ever happened to Nick.
(c) It should stay buried.
(d) It never would have lasted.

2. What do Nick and Bill drink at the cabin?
(a) Beer.
(b) Bourbon.
(c) Whiskey.
(d) Coffee.

3. Who was Steve Ketchel?
(a) A hobo.
(b) A city councilman.
(c) A physician.
(d) A murdered boxer.

4. With whom does Nick go to a bar?
(a) His father.
(b) His uncle.
(c) Tom.
(d) Prudence.

5. Where do Nick and Tom go after leaving the bar?
(a) Bus station.
(b) Frat party.
(c) Another bar.
(d) Train station.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Nick in this story?

2. Where does Nick go in this story?

3. What is Rinaldi's response when Nick says they have made a "separate peace?"

4. What seems to elevate Nick's mood?

5. What is Nick's condition when the story opens?

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