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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Phillip when he first meets Clara?
(a) 30.
(b) 20.
(c) 23.
(d) 45.

2. What does Alex do upon arriving at the front door in Chapter 8?
(a) Walks in and confronts Betsy and Josephine.
(b) He refuses to get out of the car and drives away.
(c) Begins arguing with Horace to move the truck.
(d) Drives away without stopping.

3. What tone infects Betsy's written description of the people with whom her father is night clubbing?
(a) Admiration.
(b) Condescention.
(c) Jealousy.
(d) Anger.

4. What is Mother's reaction to Phillip's declaration that moving to Memphis has ruined his life?
(a) She screams at him.
(b) She laughs.
(c) She cries.
(d) She lectures him.

5. What do Betsy and Josephine tell Phillip about their father's dress and appearance at these clubs?
(a) He has become sloppy in his appearance.
(b) He is no longer concerned with his looks.
(c) He forgets to tuck his shirt in sometimes.
(d) He still dresses with care and elegance.

Short Answer Questions

1. What dance do Betsy and Josephine try and convince the bands to play?

2. Why does George Carver move to Memphis?

3. Who is Josephine's serious suitor in Memphis?

4. How are Betsy and Josephine dressed when Phillip and Father walk into the house?

5. What kind of car does Mr. Carver drive?

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