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1. In what season does the story entitled "Sweat" begin?

Spring.

2. What title does the narrator ascribe to Delia's job of doing other people's laundry?

Wash-woman.

3. On what night of the week does Delia stay up late in order to get a head start on her work?

Sunday.

4. Who lets a bullwhip fall onto Delia's shoulders in order to scare her?

Sykes.

5. For how long is Delia unable to speak when she feels the bullwhip across her shoulders?

One minute.

6. In what room does Delia sort the clothes she will launder?

Kitchen.

7. What does Delia tell Sykes will one day kill her?

Sykes' foolishness.

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