The Swimmer by John Cheever

Why does Neddy love storms?

• He likes change.

• They bring "glad tidings" and are exciting.

• He enjoys rain and snow.

How many houses does he visit on his journey?

• 10

• 16

• 15

• 17

In what season does Neddy begin his journey?

• winter

• fall

• summer

• spring

Whose house does Neddy begin his journey?

• Westerhazy's house

• Merrill's house

• Graham's house

• Halloran's house

What is the protagonist's full name?

• Lucinda Merrill

• Helen Westerhazy

• Eric Halloran

• Neddy Merrill

What seasons appear in the story's narrative? Select all the correct answers.

• Spring

• Summer

• Fall

• Winter

What drinks does Neddy consume? Select all the correct answers.

• Whiskey

• Gin

• Claret

• Gin and Tonic

At what house does Neddy consume his last drink?

• Adams' house

• Clydes' house

• Merrill's house

• Biswangers' house

Which of Neddy's friends had an operation and initiated Neddy's acknowledgement that he might be "losing his memory"?

• Helen Sachs

• Grace Biswanger

• Mr. Bunker

• Eric Sachs

Of all the houses Neddy visits, which are his only friends and why?

• The Welchers because they had invited Neddy and Lucinda to dine with them before they listed their house for sale.

• Shirley Adams because she is his mistress and she provided him with "love...the supreme elixir" which was better than any alcohol he could drink and this love gave back the joy he was missing in his life (10).

• The Hallorans because their nudity symbolizes how transparent and sincere they are as they do not mask their true selves.

• The Biswangers because they allow Neddy to crash their party and drink for free, but would not give him a loan of $5,000 when he lost all his money.