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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Oceola's mother do in the new city?
(a) Teach.
(b) She was unemployed.
(c) Play for a movie house.
(d) Play at university.

2. What is Mrs. Ellsworth's first presumption that leads to her conclusion about Oceola and the boarder?
(a) Oceola does not need anyone's help.
(b) Oceola is a woman, so she is being taken advantage of.
(c) Oceola is strong, so she is taking advantage of her boarder.
(d) Oceola is strong, so she can't be taken advantage of.

3. How long will Mrs. Ellsworth be gone?
(a) For the year.
(b) For a few weeks.
(c) For a few days.
(d) For the summer.

4. Where does Oceola live after the incident that occurred after the second move since a death in the family?
(a) In a flat.
(b) In a shelter.
(c) At school.
(d) A friend's house.

5. What does Mrs. Ellsworth think is happening to Oceola regarding the boarder?
(a) She is taking advantage of the boarder.
(b) She is being taken advantage of.
(c) She is doing the right thing.
(d) She charges too much for rent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of wedding dress does Oceola want?

2. How does Mrs. Ellsworth speak about Oceola to her dressmaker?

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

4. What does Chapter 5 of "The Blues I'm Playing" represent?

5. What happens when Mrs. Ellsworth and Oceola arrive at Oceola's home?

(see the answer key)

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