The Ballad of the Sad Café Short Question Test Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Ballad of the Sad Cafe, pages 1 - 23

1. In what area of the United States does this story take place?

South.

2. In what month does the story take place?

August.

3. What is the weather as the story opens?

Very hot.

4. What is the state of the largest house in the center of town?

Ready to collapse.

5. Who is Miss Amelia?

The occupant of the largest house in town.

6. What business does Amelia run from her house?

General Store.

7. For what is Miss Amelia noted for making?

Liquor.

8. What is Miss Amelia's physical appearance?

Strong and mannish.

9. What is Miss Amelia's demeanor?

Gruff.

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

10 days.

11. Who was Miss Amelia's husband?

Marvin Macy.

12. What is notable about a man who approaches Amelia's house one day?

He is a hunchback.