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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Used-Boy Raisers, The Heavenly Animal, Walking Out, The Conversion of the Jews, Akhnilo, The Christian Roommates, The Wedding, and The Liar..

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What story element is Vance trying to explain through his retelling of "The Amish Farmer"?
(a) Point-of-view narration.
(b) Rising action suspense.
(c) Character arc.
(d) Climactic conflict.

3. What fierce storm tore up the land, causing the monkey to become adrift in the story "Letters from the Samantha"?
(a) A hurricane.
(b) A flood.
(c) A monsoon.
(d) A typhoon.

4. In what year was the latest story in this collection published?
(a) 1996.
(b) 1976.
(c) 1986.
(d) 1966.

5. What animal attacks David while he is going for a drink of water at the lake?
(a) A deer.
(b) A snake.
(c) An eagle.
(d) A bear.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Emily's daughter in the story "Talk of Heroes"?

2. In the story "Sonny's Blues," what does the narrator do for a living?

3. How old is David in the story "Walking Out"?

4. Who tells Gil that Galven Ile is a murderer?

5. What color is the fur the monkey covered with in "Letters from the Samantha"?

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