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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What intrigues Mrs. Ellsworth about Oceola?
(a) Her vitality and exoticness.
(b) Her weaknesses.
(c) Her family.
(d) Her jazz music.

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

4. What happens when Mrs. Ellsworth and Oceola arrive at Oceola's home?
(a) Mrs. Ellsworth says goodbye and leaves.
(b) Mrs. Ellsworth gives her a housewarming gift.
(c) Mrs. Ellsworth invites herself inside.
(d) Mrs. Ellsworth praises the home.

5. What does Oceola spend her days doing while under Mrs. Ellsworth's care in Chapter 4?
(a) Working in a restaurant.
(b) Practicing the piano, playing concerts, and reading about her art.
(c) Playing piano in Harlem all day long.
(d) Working as a seamstress.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to the soprano that Mrs. Ellsworth had a complaint about?

2. What worldwide event occurs while Oceola is away that affects everyone's finances?

3. What complaint does Mrs. Ellsworth have about a soprano?

4. Where does Mrs. Ellsworth live?

5. What kind of questions does Mrs. Ellsworth ask Oceola?

(see the answer key)

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