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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

In "Joshua Karabish," how does the narrator get back at Joshua? (from The Old Man with No Name - Joshua Karabish)

Tells Joshua's mother and sister that Joshua was a thief.

Publishes a slanderous poem about Joshua in the school literary journal.

Writes to his mother saying that Joshua is dead.

Submits Joshua's poems to a contest under his own name.

2.

Why is the narrator initially attracted to Grant Street? (from Yorrick)

The street has the most beautiful houses in town.

Catherine lives on Grant.

The street is paved with bricks, not asphalt.

Grant Street is the liveliest area of town.

3.

What does the narrator do to remember Mrs. Elberhart? (from Mrs. Elberhart)

Writes her obituary.

Publishes his poem under her name.

Has a plaque with her name installed on a local bench.

Holds a memorial service at his home.

4.

How does Mrs. Ellison get hurt? (from Yorrick)

She has a heart attack after picking up the toy skull.

She falls while dancing.

She trips on the broken phone cable.

The narrator pushes her over during the party.

5.

In "The Family M," why does the narrator push for the installation of vending machines? (from The Family M - Orez)

He hopes drinking Coke during the day will help the Meeks feel less hungry.

He thinks the neighborhood children need refreshment throughout the day.

He is constantly thirsty and likes to have Coke on hand.

He wants the lot to fill with glass and for the Meek boys to injure themselves on the glass.

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