The Blues I'm Playing | Teaching Key Figures

Character Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major characters in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Characters

Antonio Bas - This character is another artist in one of the character's patronage.

Dora Ellsworth - This character is a wealthy, middle-aged, white widow with no children.

Mrs. Ellsworth - This character is a widow who serves as a patron for aspiring artists.

Ormond Hunter - This character is the critic who first brings an artist to the patroness's attention.

Oceola Jones - This character is a talented young pianist who becomes the protege of a wealthy woman.

Pete Williams - This character is a train porter who lives with the talented...
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