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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Nick think he lost his friends after he got married?
(a) His friends weren't comfortable around Helen.
(b) Fishing was no longer the most important thing in his life.
(c) Helen wouldn't let him play poker at their house.
(d) Helen would not let him go fishing anymore.

2. What seems to elevate Nick's mood?
(a) Watching a baseball game on TV.
(b) Getting a phone call from his father.
(c) Realizing his relationship with Marjorie doesn't have to end.
(d) Whiskey.

3. What does Bill say to Nick after Nick breaks up with Marjorie?
(a) He says he never really liked Marjorie.
(b) He says Nick is making a mistake.
(c) He wants to know how Nick feels.
(d) He wants to know if he can date Marjorie.

4. Who is the orderly Nick talks to during the night?
(a) John.
(b) James.
(c) Jack.
(d) Jordan.

5. Why does Nick sneak back to Kate's house?
(a) To drink whiskey.
(b) To take a drive.
(c) To watch a movie.
(d) To have sex.

Short Answer Questions

1. What injury does the major in the hospital have?

2. What is Nick's demeanor throughout the story?

3. What does Nick make for breakfast?

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

5. What do Nick and George drink at the lodge?

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