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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Lover of Horses, Redemption, Dream Children, and The Ledge.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following adjectives does NOT describe the mysterious gypsy that arrives in town in the story "The Fisherman from Chihuahua"?
(a) Handsome.
(b) Wild.
(c) Friendly.
(d) Dark.

2. How many stories are included in this collection?
(a) 46 stories.
(b) 26 stories.
(c) 16 stories.
(d) 36 stories.

3. How does Jack feel after he accidentally kills his brother?
(a) Apathetic.
(b) Confused.
(c) Guilty.
(d) Evil.

4. How does Jack Hawthorne accidentally kill his brother in the story "Redemption"?
(a) He runs him over with a tractor.
(b) He suffocates him with a pillow.
(c) He strangles him with a garden hose.
(d) He poisons him with lead paint.

5. From what country is "The General" in the story "Redemption?
(a) Russia.
(b) France.
(c) Spain.
(d) Egypt.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Sean's sister?

2. 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?

3. What is the name of the man with whom Willi's mother has sexual relations?

4. What is the name of Jack Hawthorne's brother?

5. How far away does the fisherman guesstimate his boat is when he realizes it floated away from their ledge?

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