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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Jockey.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who has Marvin's brother brought with him to Amelia's cafe?
(a) His new bride.
(b) A sick child.
(c) His mother.
(d) Marvin.

2. Eventually Lymon has access to Amelia's house, cash register and __________________.
(a) safe deposit box.
(b) keys to everything.
(c) car.
(d) inheritance.

3. Why does Amelia not say anything to Lymon about giving so many privileges to Marvin?
(a) She is afraid of living alone again.
(b) She doesn't want to make a scene.
(c) She is waiting for the right time to kick them out.
(d) She is secretly in love with Marvin.

4. What is one of the ways that Amelia tries to get rid of Marvin?
(a) Trips him on the stairs.
(b) Poisons his coffee.
(c) Has him beaten up in the alley.
(d) Slams the door in his face.

5. How many years has Lymon been at Amelia's by this time?
(a) 2.
(b) 8.
(c) 6.
(d) 5.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long did Miss Amelia's only marriage last?

2. How does Amelia spend the rest of her life?

3. What is the weather as the story opens?

4. What literary technique does McCullers use when she addresses the ruined marriage between Amelia and Marvin and the future failed relationship between Amelia and Lymon.

5. Who is Marvin Macy's brother?

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