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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Madame Zilensky and the King of Finland.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Miss Amelia's physical appearance?
(a) Strong and mannish.
(b) Tall and gawky.
(c) Delicate and frail.
(d) Petite and tentative.

2. Amelia takes Lymon to picture shows and ______________.
(a) football games.
(b) horse races.
(c) dog races.
(d) cockfights.

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

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

5. What is Madame Zilensky's character flaw?
(a) Theft.
(b) Mania.
(c) Promiscuity.
(d) Infidelity.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a libertine?

2. In what month does the story take place?

3. 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.

4. Who wrecks Amelia's cafe?

5. Who is the father of Madame Zilensky's children?

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