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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Angel's boss and boyfriend?

2. Which of the following does not describe Angel?

3. What kind of luck has Angel had with men?

4. Angel and Guy dress up to go where?

5. Why does Angel accept the proposal from Tony?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Leland bring with him when he comes to see Angel this morning?

2. When does Angel finally tell Leland the truth about the abortion?

3. What has happened to Delia's clinic plans as Act 2, Scene 3 opens?

4. What important themes does the author reinforce during this scene?

5. What happens when Leland runs into Sam in the apartment building?

6. What does the character of Leland represent in the story?

7. Who are the first characters introduced in Act 1, Scene 1 and what are they doing?

8. What is happening socially and culturally in America that present challenges to the characters?

9. How does Guy include Angel in his good news?

10. What had happened to Guy before he returns home?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of hope. Identify at least two themes about hope in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name.

Essay Topic 2

BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY is set in the 1930s during the time of the Great Depression in America. What impact did this factor have on the author? What impact did this factor have on the characters? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Even though they are both single, black women, Angel and Delia seem very different. Compare and contrast Angel and Delia. What similarities do they share? How are they different?

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