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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 25.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the poem "Epitaph," how many times does the narrator die?
(a) Nine.
(b) Three.
(c) Two.
(d) One.

2. According to the poem "Solace," why do people not worry over the broken stem of a rose?
(a) There are many other roses blooming.
(b) People are too busy to notice.
(c) Roses do not feed a family.
(d) Roses are not an important flower.

3. What is Mimi's husband most looking forward to during his short visit with her?
(a) A long, uninterrupted nap.
(b) A hot bath in a tub.
(c) A good home-cooked meal.
(d) A quiet conversation with his wife.

4. On what occasion does the hag visit the narrator in the poem "Godmother"?
(a) On the narrator's first birthday.
(b) On the day the narrator's first child is born.
(c) On the day the narrator is born.
(d) On the narrator's christening.

5. Which historical figure keeps intruding upon the narrator's thoughts?
(a) Voltaire.
(b) La Rochefoucauld.
(c) De Tocqueville.
(d) Sartre.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "The Leal," on what can the narrator rely?

2. How many different women have redecorated Hobie's apartment?

3. What reason does Annabel give to support her agreement with Midge that a pearl necklace is a good "purchase"?

4. What advice does the poem "Resume" give?

5. According to "From a Letter From Lesbia," why should you not take a poet as a lover?

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