Very Recent History Quiz

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Take our free Very Recent History quiz below, with 25 multiple choice questions that help you test your knowledge. Determine which chapters, themes and styles you already know and what you need to study for your upcoming essay, midterm, or final exam. Take the free quiz now!

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What did Chad do on the subway that got him a ticket? (from Part 2, Section 1)

He put his feet on a seat.

He fell asleep.

He didn't pay to ride.

He got caught having sex.

2.

What is the weather like on the day of the firings at John's job, and why is that significant? (from Part 1, Section 4)

It is sunny and warm, evoking a hope and possibility that reflects that of John and his friends.

It is hot and humid, evoking a sense of being under pressure that reflects that of John and his co-workers.

It is cold and rainy, evoking a darkness of mood that reflects that of John and his co-workers.

It is rainy and stormy, evoking an anger and rage of mood that reflects that of John and his co-workers.

3.

Who flirts with John at Fred's birthday party? (from Part 1, Section 4)

Fred.

Chad's boyfriend.

Fred's boyfriend.

Edward.

4.

What story-telling tradition, or phrase, seems to be deliberately echoed in the first lines of the introduction, and why is this significant? (from Part 1, Section 1 )

"Once upon a time" - it suggests the story is meant to be read like a biography.

"It was a dark and stormy night" - it suggests the story is meant to be read like a thriller.

"This is what happened" - it suggests the story is meant to be read like a historical narrative.

"Once upon a time" - it suggests the story is meant to be read like a fairy tale.

5.

Which of John's friends did Tyler once have a relationship with? (from Part 2, Section 1)

Chad.

Barney.

Fred.

George.

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