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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the story, what is the well a metaphor for?
(a) Childhood.
(b) Self-hatred.
(c) Alcoholism.
(d) Despair.

2. What do J.P. and the narrator drink on the porch on the morning of New Year's Day?
(a) Coke.
(b) Tea.
(c) Juice.
(d) Coffee.

3. What does the girlfriend say to the proprietor when she and the narrator arrive at the facility?
(a) "Guess who's here."
(b) "What a dump."
(c) "Nice place you got here."
(d) "I think you're expecting him."

4. What does the facility serve for New Year's Eve dinner?
(a) Meatloaf.
(b) Turkey.
(c) Chicken.
(d) Steak.

5. When do J.P.'s hands become steady?
(a) New Year's Eve.
(b) Right after telling his stories.
(c) At the end of the story.
(d) New Year's Day.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the narrator wake up wanting on New Year's Day?

2. What phrase does J.P. use to describe his wife physical appearance when they met?

3. Which window is the narrator standing in when he is watching the landlord?

4. What happens to Tiny one day at breakfast?

5. When J.P. physically fights with his wife, what does she do?

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