Blues for an Alabama Sky | Short Question Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Act 1, Scene 1

1. Who is the author of BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY?

Pearl Cleage.

2. What is the setting for BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY?

Harlem in New York City.

3. In what year does BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY take place?

1930.

4. During what season of the year does the story begin?

Summer.

5. What is the setting for Act 1, Scene 1?

A New York City street.

6. What time is it when the play begins?

3 a.m.

7. Who is the black homosexual man who helps Angel Allen?

Guy Jacobs.

8. What is Angel Allen's profession?

Singer.

9. Where does Angel work?

The Cotton Club.

10. Who is Angel's boss and boyfriend?

Nick.

11. What has Angel learned about Nick?

He has married another woman.

12. What does Nick do to Angel tonight?

Fires her.

13. What is Guy's job at...
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