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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Why does Pigeon think his name is wrong? (from "The Pigeon")

Pigeon only likes Biblical names.

Pigeon does not think animal names make good names.

Pigeons make a different sound than the sound he made as a baby.

Pigeon does not like the way his name sounds.

2.

Why does Harry wonder if the world is “drown[ing] in mice” (223)? (from "The Meeting" - "The Song")

Harry is thinking about selling his pub and moving to another country.

Harry wonders how much of the world is overwhelmed by things they cannot control.

Harry does not know if he is dreaming or experiencing reality.

Harry wants to eradicate mice.

3.

Why does Michael start singing? (from "The Meeting" - "The Song")

Michael is enjoying the party.

Michael wants to try out his new audition piece.

Michael wants to be the center of attention.

Michael wants to serenade Harry.

4.

Why does David ask if “the entire building [is] queer (146)? (from "The Story" - "The Flat")

David appreciates the dedication to the queer community.

David thinks there should be pride activities in the building.

David wants to know if there are any issues that he should know.

David wants to buy the building.

5.

Why does Gary ask for Stan’s phone number? (from "The Party" - "The Camera")

Gary wants to text more photos to Stan.

Gary wants to use Stan for a job reference.

Gary does not want to sever his relationship with Stan.

Gary wants to add Stan’s number to an activist participant list.

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