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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Drenched in Light," "Spunk," "Magnolia Flower," "Black Death," and "The Bone of Contention".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what setting does the story entitled "Spunk" take place?
(a) Reform, Alabama.
(b) Sanford, Florida.
(c) Eatonville, Florida.
(d) Harlem, New York.

2. In what way is Alfred related to John?
(a) Cousin.
(b) Grandfather.
(c) Father.
(d) Uncle.

3. What type of tree do John and Magnolia Flower visit out of nostalgia at the end of "Magnolia Flower"?
(a) Willow.
(b) Madrona.
(c) Palm.
(d) Elm.

4. Sam does NOT decide to acquire which item when he becomes determined to win Stella's favor?
(a) A car.
(b) A haircut.
(c) A shave.
(d) A new suit.

5. How many of the stories in the collection have never before been presented to a modern audience?
(a) 8.
(b) 12.
(c) 2.
(d) 4.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is NOT something Sam loses each night when he stays out gambling?

2. Which character openly cavorts in the street with a married woman at the beginning of the story "Spunk"?

3. What objects does John like to place in the water near his home in order to pretend he is following them?

4. Stella and Sam get married in which month of the year?

5. How old is John at the beginning of the story entitled "John Redding Goes to Sea"?

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