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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What complaint does Mrs. Ellsworth have about a soprano?
(a) Arrogance.
(b) Stench of garlic and sallow complexion.
(c) Rudeness.
(d) Pride and smugness.

2. Where does Oceola meet Mrs. Ellsworth about the offer?
(a) A music room.
(b) A school.
(c) A party.
(d) Church.

3. What kind of home does Oceola have?
(a) A condominium.
(b) A house.
(c) A mansion.
(d) A small apartment.

4. Why does Oceola receive Mrs. Ellsworth's help in the way that she does?
(a) She is suspicious.
(b) She feels she is undeserving.
(c) She hates Mrs. Ellsworth.
(d) She feels grateful.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Oceola's boarder do with his money?

2. Where does Oceola live after the incident that occurred after the second move since a death in the family?

3. Who recommends Oceola to Mrs. Ellsworth?

4. Who gave Oceola her first lessons in playing piano?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Mrs. Ellsworth do that is considered inappropriate behavior during her first meeting with Oceola?

2. How does Mrs. Ellsworth think she will remedy the situation with the boarder?

3. Describe the soprano that Mrs. Ellsworth does not take interest in.

4. How does Oceola react to Mrs. Ellsworth's generosity?

5. How does Mrs. Ellsworth find out more about Oceola's relationship with the boarder in section 3 of the story?

6. How does Mrs. Ellsworth try to get rid of Oceola's penchant for jazz music?

7. What does Mrs. Ellsworth do to find out more information about Oceola's boarder?

8. What news does Oceola have for Mrs. Ellsworth when she comes back from a trip?

9. What does Mrs. Ellsworth arrange for Oceola after she realizes she will not give up her passions?

10. Why does Mrs. Ellsworth decide to do these things for Oceola?

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