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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For how long does Big Roy say he and Olive were married in Part Three: "Generosity"?
(a) Over 30 years.
(b) Over 50 years.
(c) Over 20 years.
(d) Over 40 years.

2. On what street does Davina live?
(a) Jackson Street.
(b) Washington Street.
(c) Edwards Street.
(d) Smith Street.

3. What did a man in prison stab Roy with?
(a) A toothbrush.
(b) A fork.
(c) A spatula.
(d) A dagger.

4. Why does Celestial try to keep Roy awake after his fight with Andre in Part Three: "Generosity"?
(a) Because he likely has a concussion.
(b) Because she wanted to talk to him.
(c) Because he was too drunk.
(d) Because he was on drugs.

5. What does Roy cook for breakfast on Christmas day in Part Three: "Generosity"?
(a) Blueberry pancakes.
(b) Chicken omelettes.
(c) Bacon and eggs.
(d) Salmon croquettes.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much money does Roy say he spent in prison for a pear once in Part Two: "Prepare a Table for Me"?

2. Where does Davina describe seeing Celestial after Olive's funeral?

3. What happened when Celestial saw a burglar robbing her apartment in Brooklyn when she first met Roy in New York?

4. How long is the drive back to Eloe from the prison where Roy is released?

5. How old was Davina's son when he was charged and sent to prison?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do Big Roy and Roy "trick" Andre in Part Two: "Prepare a Table for Me"?

2. How is Christmas Day described in Part Three: "Generosity"?

3. Who is Tamar and what advice does she give to Roy?

4. What are the reasons that Roy has hope for a second chance with Celestial after his release?

5. What does Roy's missing tooth represent symbolically in the novel?

6. What does Celestial mean when she says that "Much of life is timing and circumstance" (138)?

7. What is the significance of the title of Part Three: "Generosity"?

8. What does Roy note about the first page of his family's Bible?

9. What do the salmon croquettes represent symbolically in the novel?

10. What is Andre's role in Olive's funeral? Why?

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