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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What has Freda planned for the factory employees?
(a) A labor union.
(b) Healthcare benefits.
(c) A Christmas party.
(d) An outing in the country.

2. Why is Patrick a bit of a loner in the factory?
(a) He has a criminal record.
(b) He is drunk all the time.
(c) He does not speak English.
(d) None of the other men speaks English.

3. What event is Freda looking forward to?
(a) New Year's Eve.
(b) Summer vacation.
(c) The company outing.
(d) Christmas dinner.

4. Who is the owner of the wine factory?
(a) Mr. Paganotti.
(b) Mr. Pavoratti.
(c) Mr. Pagliachi.
(d) Mr. Pearson.

5. Who is the Irishman who works in the factory?
(a) Thomas.
(b) Sean.
(c) Daniel.
(d) Patrick.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Freda ask Brenda to steal from the factory?

2. Where does Freda spend several days after the gunshot incident?

3. Which of the following characteristics does Freda NOT notice about the apartment?

4. What are Freda and Brenda looking at when the story begins?

5. How old is Freda?

Short Essay Questions

1. Whose arrival causes a huge commotion and angst for Brenda?

2. Explain the relationship Mr. Paganotti has with his employees.

3. Describe Freda.

4. How does Brenda treat Stanley when he attempts to contact her?

5. What are Freda's motivations for her behavior regarding Brenda?

6. What does Freda ask Brenda to steal from the factory?

7. Where do Freda and Brenda work?

8. Describe Freda's low mood and how a note from Vittorio turns her around.

9. How has the gunshot incident affected Freda's outlook and mood?

10. Describe Brenda.

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