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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: "Occupied" and "Green Glass".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Occupied," what is implied in Minot's description of the man who "did not look American" (35)?
(a) Asian American are not "real" Americans.
(b) Socialists are not "real" Americans.
(c) Americans' facial expressions are comparatively animated.
(d) Americans' appearances tend to be casual.

2. In "Green Glass," what assumption does Tom make about Fran's relationship with the lawyer?
(a) That it means that Fran cannot really be attracted to Tom.
(b) That it ended because Fran fell in love with Tom.
(c) That Tom's friends are judging him because of it.
(d) That the lawyer flattered and manipulated her.

3. In "The Torch," why is the woman unsure who is with her and what is going on?
(a) She has been in a coma for several weeks.
(b) She is very ill and has been sleeping.
(c) She has amnesia.
(d) She has been in an accident.

4. At the beginning of "Green Glass," what does Fran want to know about Tom's ex-girlfriend?
(a) Whether she will be at the wedding they are going to.
(b) Why she broke up with Tom.
(c) How many times a week she calls Tom.
(d) Whether she is still in contact with Tom's friends.

5. In "Occupied," what does the phrase "the 99%" refer to (33)?
(a) Military service.
(b) Lifespan.
(c) Voter's rights.
(d) Wealth distribution.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does "Polepole" take place?

2. In "Polepole," when "the man" is trying to persuade Daisy to see him again, what does she wish he would stop saying?

3. In "Green Glass," what does Tom tell his ex about her dress?

4. What thought makes Tom smile at the very end of "Green Glass"?

5. In "Polepole," where does Daisy meet "the man"?

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