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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4, Selina, Chapters 10-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Selina do when Clive is not available to comfort her following her run-in with Mrs. Benton?
(a) She leaves her key in Clive's apartment and goes home.
(b) She follows Clive to make sure that he is telling the truth.
(c) She leaves a note for Clive, asking him to visit her later.
(d) She waits for Clive to return.

2. What does Selina realize when she sees the manner in which Mrs. Benton treats her daughter?
(a) That even White mothers and daughters can have bad relationships.
(b) That White mothers and daughters love each other more.
(c) That she can fit into White society.
(d) That she will never accept Whites.

3. Which of the following is the year in which the opening of the book is set?
(a) 1949.
(b) 1919.
(c) 1929.
(d) 1939.

4. How does Miss Thompson like to spend her money?
(a) Buying presents for her grandchildren.
(b) Buying chocolates for herself.
(c) Buying presents for her roommates' children.
(d) Buying clothes for her sister.

5. Which of the following does Ina state that she does not want?
(a) A new boarder.
(b) A fancy wedding.
(c) A birthday party.
(d) An elaborate dress.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Selina's sister's name?

2. In Book 1, Chapter 3, why does the other man think that Deighton will not make money at his latest venture?

3. How does Selina feel when she realizes that her mother has not told her about the facts of life?

4. In Book 4, where does Selina attend a party despite still deeply grieving over her father's death?

5. What do Selina's parents argue about frequently?

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