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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Northern Woods: The Indians Moved Away.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the subject of the stories?
(a) Truman Capote.
(b) Charles Lindbergh.
(c) Nick Adams.
(d) Ernest Hemingway.

2. Why is the Preface written?
(a) To warn the reader about foul language.
(b) To explain the reason for the collection.
(c) To provide some insight into the author's motivation.
(d) To encourage the reader to look for symbolism.

3. Where were Prudence and the boy seen playing?
(a) The playground.
(b) The city park.
(c) The woods.
(d) The school yard.

4. What do Nick and his father discuss as they leave the Indian camp?
(a) Tanks.
(b) Rifles.
(c) Surgical careers.
(d) Suicide.

5. Who writes the Preface of THE NICK ADAMS STORIES?
(a) William Faulkner.
(b) Nick Adams.
(c) Ernest Hemingway.
(d) The editor.

Short Answer Questions

1. What stereotype about the Indians does the author show?

2. What is Nick's father's demeanor when he is recalled to camp?

3. How many people are in the vehicle passed by Nick and his friends?

4. What does Nick's father clean while mulling over the fight with the man?

5. Who is the girl that Nick spends a lot of time with?

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