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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Water Liars, Letters from the Samantha, Ile Forest, The Magic Barrel, Shiloh.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following facts is true about Eugene Kraft in "A Poetic for Bullies"?
(a) He has a lazy eye.
(b) He has only one hand.
(c) He drools when he speaks.
(d) He walks with a limp.

2. What is the name of Emily's daughter in the story "Talk of Heroes"?
(a) Janice.
(b) Dahlia.
(c) Sandra.
(d) Elizabeth.

3. In the story "The Amish Farmer," why does Noel drive off the road in Amish country?
(a) Because he swerved to miss a deer.
(b) Because he was avoiding potholes.
(c) Because he slid during a storm.
(d) Because he took his eyes off the road.

4. How does Louise's husband treat her when she begins to gain weight during pregnancy?
(a) He is kind to her.
(b) He treats her the way he always has.
(c) He is cruel to her.
(d) He ignores her.

5. What animal does Willi's father breed for a living?
(a) Cows.
(b) Sheep.
(c) Horses.
(d) Dogs.

Short Answer Questions

1. What act of affection do Lewis and Arty share before Arty leaves his father alone in the hospital?

2. What is the name of the captain who pulls the monkey from the water in the story "Letters from the Samantha"?

3. In the story the writer is composing in the tale "1/3, 1/3, 1/3," with whom does the lead character fall in love?

4. Which of the following food items does Louise eat in front of her husband as an act of defiance?

5. What school subject does Vance teach in the story "The Amish Farmer"?

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