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Selection Quick Checks (English)

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1.In "A Rose for Emily," why did the women of the town attend Miss Emily's funeral?
A.to begin the process of demolishing her home
B.to claim her belongings
C.out of curiosity to see her house
D.to pay respects to a dear friend



2.After her father's death and the disappearance of her sweetheart, what was the only sign of life in Miss Emily's house?
A.the visits of Miss Emily's relatives
B.the coming and going of the Negro Tobe
C.Miss Emily opening and closing the blinds
D.strange noises coming from the house



3.What did the town's people find in the upstairs bedroom?
A.the decomposed body of a man
B.Miss Emily's personal belongings
C.a great amount of silver, money, and other valuables
D.china and painting supplies



4.In "Address upon Receiving the Nobel Prize in Literature," what does Faulkner say is the basest of all things?
A.to write well
B.to honor truth
C.to face death
D.to be afraid



5.According to Faulkner, man will not only endure but what?
A.slowly fade away
B.prevail
C.be immortal
D.be courageous

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