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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4: "Café Mort" and "Boston Common at Twilight".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Green Glass," what is Tom's response to Fran's questions about what he was like when he was with his ex?
(a) He pulls the car over and tells Fran to get out.
(b) He tells Fran that he never asks questions about her past.
(c) He laughs and tells Fran to shut up.
(d) He tells Fran that she is losing her mind.

2. On page 38 of "Occupied," which phrase describes how Ivy feels when she plays with her son?
(a) "Ironically unengaged."
(b) "A robotic performer."
(c) "Unguarded and trusting."
(d) "White with light."

3. In "While It Lasts," what does Bonnie find so compelling about George?
(a) His high-powered job.
(b) His attention to detail.
(c) His sense of humor.
(d) His lack of anxiety.

4. At the beginning of "While It Lasts," what object is George looking for?
(a) His backpack.
(b) His laptop.
(c) His coat.
(d) His car keys.

5. According to "Why I Don't Write," what is the problem with making donations?
(a) People do not appreciate them enough.
(b) They do not go to the purpose you intended.
(c) The tax write-off is not high enough.
(d) You'll be asked for more.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Polepole," what field do Bragg and "the man" work in?

2. In "Why I Don't Write," what does the narrator say "used ot be more awful" (72)?

3. In "Occupied," why does Ivy get into a bike accident?

4. At the end of "Café Mort," what question does Rita ask the narrator on page 101?

5. In "Occupied," who is Henry?

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