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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the poem "False Friends," during what month does the narrator's heart heal?
(a) August.
(b) April.
(c) May.
(d) June.

2. According to the poem "Reuben's Children" what sort of people are cursed?
(a) People who criticize those who are happy with their lives.
(b) People who are not true to their own selves.
(c) People who look for monogamy by sleeping with many partners.
(d) People who cheat on their lovers.

3. What imaginary "purchase" puts a strain on the relationship between Annabel and Midge?
(a) Midge's diamond earrings.
(b) Annabel's silver fox coat.
(c) Midge's mink coat.
(d) Annabel's pearl necklace.

4. What is the girl examining at the beginning of the story "The Sexes"?
(a) The design in the sofa pattern.
(b) Her handkerchief.
(c) Her reflection in the mirror.
(d) Her finger nails.

5. Where is the newlywed couple going for their honeymoon?
(a) Chicago.
(b) San Francisco.
(c) Boston.
(d) New York.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mr. Durant react to Rose's announcement that she will not return and does not want to see him again?

2. What message does the poem "Men" convey?

3. What is the message behind the poem "Fable"?

4. How does the young man in "The Sexes" convince the girl that he is not interested in Florence Leaming?

5. How long is Mimi's husband supposed to have for leave in the story "The Lovely Leave"?

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