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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Alan react to Emory's assertion that Alan is gay?
(a) He ignores him.
(b) He passes it off as ignorant.
(c) He bolts for the door.
(d) He physically attacks him.

2. Why does Emory make Alan uncomfortable?
(a) He is too effeminate.
(b) He smokes like a chimney.
(c) He is drunk.
(d) He uses foul language.

3. The story is about how many people?
(a) 9.
(b) 12.
(c) 7.
(d) 5.

4. Who does Donald say is responsible for his being gay?
(a) Himself.
(b) God.
(c) His parents.
(d) Bullies.

5. Who does Donald say is responsible for his dysfunctional behavior issues?
(a) His grade school teachers.
(b) His priest.
(c) His parents.
(d) Himself.

6. What does Donald do after Cowboy finishes singing?
(a) Does a little dance.
(b) Leads another round of Happy Birthday.
(c) Puts new music on the stereo.
(d) Applauds.

7. It is clear that Cowboy wants to _____________________.
(a) Leave early.
(b) Get drunk.
(c) Stay all night.
(d) Smoke a joint.

8. What topic do the men discuss related to school roommates?
(a) Pulling all nighters.
(b) Coming out experiences.
(c) Getting drunk.
(d) Smoking joints.

9. How does Michael's apartment appear?
(a) Shabby.
(b) Over crowded.
(c) Spare.
(d) Well-appointed.

10. What is Cowboy's profession?
(a) Dancer.
(b) Designer.
(c) Accountant.
(d) Male prostitute.

11. How could Alan's demeanor be described?
(a) Aggressive.
(b) Outgoing.
(c) Reserved.
(d) Jovial.

12. What does Michael try to explain to Alan?
(a) His cocaine problem.
(b) His alcohol abuse.
(c) An investment tip.
(d) The nature of the party.

13. Which of the following do the men not discuss after Alan arrives?
(a) Drinks.
(b) Interior design.
(c) Wives.
(d) Sports.

14. Who are the people in the story?
(a) Children.
(b) Babies.
(c) Women.
(d) Men.

15. Who buys Cowboy for Harold's birthday gift?
(a) Emory.
(b) Michael.
(c) Donald.
(d) Larry.

Short Answer Questions

1. What shocks Alan when he arrives?

2. What type of appointment was canceled for Donald?

3. Where does Michael take Alan?

4. At what time of day does the story take place?

5. Why have the men gathered?

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