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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 "Boston Common at Twilight," how many times has Ned seen his father since his father broke the news about his separation from their mother?
(a) 2.
(b) 1.
(c) 3.
(d) 0.

2. In "Café Mort," what is the name of the woman in the white nightgown who claims that she is still alive?
(a) Anita.
(b) Jules.
(c) Roxanne.
(d) Francine.

3. On page 60 of "Green Glass," what is Tom's assessment of the lawyer that Fran used to date?
(a) "Can't see why you broke up. You're perfect for each other."
(b) "He's no threat to me."
(c) "Guy's about as smart as Heidi."
(d) "He's a complete slimeball."

4. On page 84 of "While It Lasts," what does Mr. Buffy tell Bonnie and George about love?
(a) "Love is for the birds."
(b) "Loving and liking are different things."
(c) "Being in love is like being crazy."
(d) "Love is a sucker's game."

5. In "Occupied," what does Ivy feel that she sees in a new and fascinating way when she tries to look from her lover's perspective?
(a) Traffic.
(b) Trees.
(c) Children.
(d) Skyscrapers.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "While It Lasts," what comparison does Bonnie make between George and Mr. Buffy?

2. In "Occupied," what "theme" does Ivy notice among the various protest signs (39)?

3. In "The Torch," who is the husband waiting for at the end of the story?

4. In "Boston Common at Twilight," where is Ned's family home?

5. At the beginning of "Green Glass," what does Fran want to know about Tom's ex-girlfriend?

(see the answer key)

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