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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Oceola write to about her engagement news?
(a) Her friend.
(b) Mrs. Ellsworth.
(c) Her mother.
(d) Mr. Hunter.

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

3. 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 strong, so she can't be taken advantage of.
(c) Oceola is a woman, so she is being taken advantage of.
(d) Oceola is strong, so she is taking advantage of her boarder.

4. What frustrates Oceola the most about other artists?
(a) Their genius.
(b) Their lack of talent.
(c) Their work ethic.
(d) Superficiality.

5. What type of school will Pete attend?
(a) Engineering.
(b) Medical college.
(c) Art.
(d) Secretarial.

6. How long is Oceola gone?
(a) One year.
(b) Two years.
(c) Two months.
(d) Six months.

7. What did Mrs. Ellsworth decide to make her business in regards to Oceola?
(a) To stalk Oceola.
(b) To learn about Negro life.
(c) To control Oceola's every move.
(d) To learn how to play piano.

8. Where has Oceola moved at the beginning of Chapter 4?
(a) The Village.
(b) Atlanta.
(c) Boston.
(d) Harlem.

9. Why does Oceola send this item to Pete towards the end of Chapter 4?
(a) Because he sent her a gift.
(b) Because Mrs. Ellsworth suggests this gift.
(c) So he can come home for Thanksgiving.
(d) He asked for it.

10. Where does Mrs. Ellsworth visit Oceola when Oceola is away from New York?
(a) Paris.
(b) Houston.
(c) Atlanta.
(d) London.

11. What could people no longer afford after a worldwide event that occurs during Chapter 4 while Oceola is abroad?
(a) Food.
(b) Clothes.
(c) Concerts.
(d) School.

12. What does Mrs. Ellsworth think of jazz?
(a) It is inspring.
(b) It is inappropriate.
(c) It is beautiful.
(d) It is meaningful.

13. Where does Mrs. Ellsworth go at the end of Chapter 3?
(a) Houston.
(b) Europe.
(c) Bar Harbor.
(d) Harlem.

14. What does Mrs. Ellsworth do in response to Oceola's answer about moving in Chapter 3?
(a) She stops talking to Oceola.
(b) She gives in to Oceola's answer.
(c) She continues to insist that Oceola move.
(d) She convinces Oceola to move.

15. Where is the event Oceola attends when she returns from her long trip?
(a) Atlanta.
(b) Houston.
(c) Boston.
(d) Harlem.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Ellsworth believe is more powerful than romantic love?

2. Who does the person who Mrs. Ellsworth asked to investigate Oceola's situation contact for information about Oceola?

3. What does Mrs. Ellsworth think is happening to Oceola regarding the boarder?

4. What is the second element that makes up Oceola's life?

5. What kind of response to the letter does Oceola receive?

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