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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Thalia: Comedy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After how many years does the narrator return to Korea?
(a) 8.
(b) 36.
(c) 18.
(d) 2.

2. In "Melpomene: Tragedy," what does the phrase "nation against nation multiplied nations against nations against themselves" refer to?
(a) World War I.
(b) The lead up to the Korean War.
(c) The Korean Civil War.
(d) World War II.

3. After she stretches out, what does the anonymous woman in "Melpomene: Tragedy" do?
(a) Reaches forward toward the light.
(b) Falls asleep.
(c) Pulls her coat up to her chin.
(d) Attempts to speak.

4. In 'second memory,' what color marks the virginity of the bride?
(a) White.
(b) Red.
(c) Yellow.
(d) Orange.

5. Which of the following is absent from the Korea that the narrator visits?
(a) Soldiers dressed in green lining every street.
(b) Blood stains on the streets and sidewalks.
(c) Military vehicles on every road.
(d) Pregnant women lifting sandbags to prepare for night battles.

Short Answer Questions

1. When is the letter to Mrs. Laura Claxton regarding the address of Mr. Reardon dated?

2. Why does the woman in "Thalia: Comedy" find herself uttering sounds?

3. In "Thalia: Comedy," what form does the letter from "a friend" arrive in?

4. How does Mother repay her college loans?

5. What announces the call in "Thalia: Comedy"?

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