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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Soldier Home: Two Big-Hearted River.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what state is Nick headed in this story?
(a) Missouri.
(b) Tennessee.
(c) Mississippi.
(d) Alabama.

2. What do Nick and Leon take with them into the lifeboats?
(a) Jackets.
(b) Pistols.
(c) Wine.
(d) Flares.

3. Who is Bugs?
(a) Tom's roommate.
(b) Ad's friend.
(c) The town drunk.
(d) Nick's best friend.

4. What is the name of the city that used to be located in the abandoned area where Nick gets off the train?
(a) Seney.
(b) Sumaria.
(c) Silka.
(d) Salerno.

5. Where does Nick go in this story?
(a) College.
(b) Fishing.
(c) A bar.
(d) A ski trip.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is the orderly Nick talks to during the night?

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

4. Who is the subject of the stories?

5. What type of injury does Nick have in this story?

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