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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ballad of the Sad Cafe, pages 49 - 71.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Miss Amelia's demeanor?
(a) Flirty.
(b) Gruff.
(c) Lively.
(d) Gregarious.

2. Who is Marvin Macy's brother?
(a) Henry.
(b) Alex.
(c) Eddie.
(d) Bud.

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

4. What news about Marvin does Marvin's brother give to Amelia?
(a) Marvin has a terminal illness.
(b) Marvin has died.
(c) Marvin is out of jail.
(d) Marvin has remarried.

5. For what is Miss Amelia noted for making?
(a) Liquor.
(b) Cakes.
(c) Sweaters.
(d) Afghans.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the weather as the story opens?

2. What does Amelia slaughter for a town barbecue?

3. What do the people in town think has happened to the man in #14 when he is not seen the next day?

4. How does Amelia feel about Cousin Lymon at the end of the story?

5. What does Lymon give Marvin permission to do one day?

(see the answer key)

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