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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Fever, The Fisherman From Chihuahua, and Midair.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Noel pick a fight with Daniel in the story, "The Amish Farmer"?
(a) Because Noel's wife and Daniel are having an affair.
(b) Because Daniel stole Noel's wallet.
(c) Because Daniel was spying on Noel's family while they dressed.
(d) Because Noel thought Daniel was being aggressive.

2. What possession does the narrator in the story "1/3, 1/3, 1/3" have that is tantalizing to his neighbor woman?
(a) A tractor.
(b) A typewriter.
(c) A bathtub.
(d) A clothes iron.

3. How long had it been since the narrator saw Sonny before his arrest?
(a) Two years.
(b) Four years.
(c) Three years.
(d) One year.

4. Which of the following best describes the genre of the stories the editors chose for this collection?
(a) Fantasy.
(b) Realism.
(c) Satire.
(d) Science-fiction.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the narrator and Sonny argue about while the narrator was on leave from the armed forces?

2. In the story "Fever," what is Carlyle's relationship status?

3. Who was the last person Sarah was with before she disappeared?

4. Which of the following adjectives best describes Vance's student, Katie Jay, in the story, "The Amish Farmer"?

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

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