Praisesong for the Widow Test | Mid-Book Test - Easy

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Praisesong for the Widow Test | Mid-Book Test - Easy

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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What element of Jay's appearance was his signature style?
(a) Cane.
(b) Mustache.
(c) Diamond earring.
(d) Hat.

2. Avey had a dream about her ______________.
(a) Daughters.
(b) Grandmother.
(c) Great Aunt Cuney.
(d) Husband.

3. Which culture is Avey reminded of when she sees her hotel?
(a) Jewish.
(b) Eskimo.
(c) Sicilian.
(d) Aborigine.

4. Avey's daughter, Marion, wanted her mother to take a trip where ______________________.
(a) She could meet eligible men.
(b) She could learn something.
(c) She could relax.
(d) She could do some sightseeing.

5. What are Avey's thoughts when she catches a glimpse of herself in a mirror in the Versailles Room?
(a) She doesn't recognize herself.
(b) She looks great in red.
(c) She is pleased she lost some weight.
(d) She needs to lose some weight.

6. What did Jay use to unwind at night?
(a) Marijuana.
(b) Music.
(c) Beer.
(d) Scotch.

7. What did Great Aunt Cuney do that would get her tossed out of the dances?
(a) Crossed her ankles while dancing.
(b) Flirted with married men.
(c) Swore at the musicians.
(d) Drank too much wine.

8. What was one of Jay's jobs?
(a) Door-to-door salesman.
(b) Mechanic.
(c) Electrician.
(d) Waiter.

9. Where had Jay enjoyed visiting during the summers when they were younger?
(a) Tatem.
(b) Coney Island.
(c) Maine.
(d) New Jersey shore.

10. What happened to the taxi driver because he did not participate in the annual island ritual?
(a) He lost his house.
(b) His business failed.
(c) He broke his leg.
(d) His girlfriend left him.

11. What did Avey fix for her family on Sunday mornings?
(a) Pancakes.
(b) Coffee cake.
(c) Eggs.
(d) Grits.

12. Which of the following does NOT describe Avey's hotel on the island?
(a) Grand.
(b) Coral pink.
(c) White.
(d) On a beach.

13. What is Avey's husband's formal name?
(a) William Johnson.
(b) Jay Johnson.
(c) James Johnson.
(d) Jerome Johnson.

14. To whom does Thomasina direct her anger about Avey's leaving?
(a) Avey.
(b) Clarice.
(c) Marion.
(d) Annawilda.

15. What was the name of the dining room where Avey encounters the peach parfait?
(a) The DuBarry Room.
(b) The Marlowe Room.
(c) The Versailles Room.
(d) The Brittannia Dining Room.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what state is Tatem Island located?

2. Where is Avey as Chapter 5 begins?

3. With what dessert does Avey begin to be uncomfortable on the cruise ship?

4. How was Avey dressed in the dream with Great Aunt Cuney?

5. What kind of course did Jay pay for with his GI benefits?

(see the answer keys)

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