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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Mrs. Ellsworth want to provide specific things for Oceola?
(a) She wants her to be her friend.
(b) To make her life easier.
(c) Simply to make Oceola happy.
(d) So she can devote time only to her music.

2. What is the occupation of Oceola's boarder?
(a) Engineer.
(b) Medical student.
(c) Factory worker.
(d) No occupation.

3. Who sets up the appointment for Oceola to meet Mrs. Ellsworth?
(a) Oceola's mother.
(b) Mr. Hunter.
(c) Pete.
(d) Mrs. Ellsworth herself.

4. What time period does "The Blues I'm Playing" take place in?
(a) 1950s.
(b) 1920s.
(c) 1940s.
(d) 1960s.

5. Where does Oceola live at the opening of the story?
(a) Atlanta.
(b) Left Bank.
(c) Boston.
(d) Right Bank.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Mrs. Ellsworth's financial status?

2. When was Oceola born?

3. What is Oceola's last name?

4. Who had a band in Oceola's family?

5. What member of Oceola's family died before they moved again?

(see the answer key)

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