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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Willi, The Fat Girl, A Poetics for Bullies, and Rock Springs..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many people's lives did Willi help save thanks to his heroic efforts in WWII?
(a) 3 people's lives.
(b) 13 people's lives.
(c) 23 people's lives.
(d) 33 people's lives.

2. Which of the following weapons does Daniel use to intimidate Noel after their altercation?
(a) A rope.
(b) A knife.
(c) A candlestick.
(d) A wrench.

3. Who is the co-editor of this collection along with Tom Jenks?
(a) Junot Diaz.
(b) John Steinbeck.
(c) Raymond Carver.
(d) Ernest Hemingway.

4. Which of the following is NOT a way that Louise reacts when she begins to gain weight during her pregnancy?
(a) She starts excluding herself from social events.
(b) She starts writing in her food journal.
(c) She starts wearing baggy clothes.
(d) She starts sneaking snacks.

5. In "Verona," how does the mother in the story react when she sees her husband feeding birds with their daughter?
(a) She is pleased.
(b) She is jealous.
(c) She is apathetic.
(d) She is confused.

Short Answer Questions

1. What fears does Arty have about his emotions before meeting with his father at the mental hospital?

2. At the opening of the story, how does Willi feel about his life?

3. In the story "Sonny's Blues," in which branch of the armed forces did the narrator serve?

4. What is the name of Noel's wife in the story "The Amish Farmer"?

5. Which of the following alcoholic beverages is Sonny's drink of choice?

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