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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ballad of the Sad Cafe, pages 23 - 48.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what season of the year does Marvin return to town?
(a) Summer.
(b) Winter.
(c) Spring.
(d) Autumn.

2. What is notable about a man who approaches Amelia's house one day?
(a) He has a peg leg.
(b) He is a hunchback.
(c) His left arm is shorter than the right.
(d) He has a stripe of white hair.

3. What business does Amelia run from her house?
(a) Beauty Salon.
(b) Bakery.
(c) General Store.
(d) Child Care Center.

4. What role does Amelia enjoy playing in the community?
(a) Country doctor.
(b) Beautician.
(c) Sommelier.
(d) Sheriff.

5. What literary technique does McCullers use to tell this story?
(a) Anachronism.
(b) Symbolism.
(c) Flashback.
(d) Metaphor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why can Lymon get away with so many things with Amelia?

2. What is Miss Amelia's physical appearance?

3. Marvin Macy is characterized as ____________.

4. What is the busiest night in Amelia's cafe?

5. What does the cafe seem to provide to people?

(see the answer key)

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